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Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes That Melt in Your Mouth

These Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes are light, fluffy, and customizable, making them a delightful treat that everyone will adore.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Opt for full-fat for the best texture.
  • 1 cup Sugar Feel free to use granulated or caster sugar.
  • 1/3 cup Milk Try almond milk for a tasty dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks No substitutions recommended.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Keep them grease-free for best results.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free blend if aiming for a gluten-free treat.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt No direct substitutions needed.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, milk, and unsalted butter. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the egg yolks one at a time to the creamy mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture in three additions.
  6. Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the batter, then mix just until combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allowing the cupcakes to cool completely guarantees the best flavor and texture before serving.

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