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Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes: A Light Dessert Delight

Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes: Fluffy Dessert Bliss

Discover the magic of Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes: a light dessert delight perfect for gatherings and customizable to fit dietary needs.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter high quality
  • 1 cup whole milk can substitute with almond milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar can reduce for lighter option
  • 4 large eggs yolks and whites separated
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice optional
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch essential for fluffiness
  • 1/4 tsp salt balances sweetness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract key ingredient
For the Topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • medium saucepan
  • Muffin tin
  • Cupcake Liners
  • sifter
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt together the cream cheese, unsalted butter, and whole milk until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until pale, then mix in the cooled cream mixture.
  5. Sift the dry ingredients into the egg mixture and gently fold it in.
  6. Whip the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar and whip to stiff peaks.
  7. Fold a third of the egg whites into the batter, then gently fold in the rest until no streaks remain.
  8. Pour the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  9. Cool cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Experiment with flavors by adding matcha or citrus.

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