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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes for Every Sweet Tooth

Delight in Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes, a treat catering to every sweet tooth's craving.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat recommended
  • 1 cup Sugar granulated or caster
  • 1/2 cup Milk substitute with almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3 large Egg Yolks
  • 5 large Egg Whites must be grease-free
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free blend for gluten-free
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • electric mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • sifter

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 large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, milk, and unsalted butter. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. Incorporate the egg yolks into the mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Whip the egg whites in a separate bowl until soft peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture in three additions.
  6. Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until tops are light golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Avoid overmixing for a lighter cupcake.

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