Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes Recipe
These Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes are light, airy, and irresistibly soft treats with a subtle sweetness and creamy texture. They combine the delicate flavors of cream cheese and vanilla in a soufflé-style cupcake that’s perfect for dessert or afternoon tea.
- Author: Windy
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cheesecake Mixture
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to ensure easy removal and prevent sticking.
- Beat Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, milk, and butter until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Egg Yolks: Add the egg yolks one at a time into the cream cheese mixture, mixing well after each addition to combine thoroughly.
- Whip Egg Whites: In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form; this will give the cupcakes their signature fluffy texture.
- Fold Egg Whites into Batter: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, folding gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain fluffiness.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cupcake liner about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are whipped to soft peaks for optimal fluffiness.
- Be gentle when folding egg whites to keep the batter airy.
- Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.
- These cupcakes are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For an extra touch, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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