Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes
Indulge in the light and airy delight of Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes, a unique dessert that beautifully merges the creamy richness of cheesecake with the delicate texture of cupcakes. These charming treats are perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy tea gatherings. Each cupcake boasts a melt-in-your-mouth consistency, making them irresistible and enjoyable at any time.
- 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 to the mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Gradually sift in all-purpose flour and salt; fold gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into muffin tins, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden on top and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (45g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg