Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes, a perfect blend of rich cheesecake flavor and an airy texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for any occasion, these cupcakes are easy to make and sure to impress dessert lovers of all ages. With their charming golden tops and light consistency, they’re not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, milk, and unsalted butter until smooth.
- Add egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture.
- Sift in flour and salt, folding gently to combine without overmixing.
- Fill muffin tins about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg