Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes that melt in your mouth! These airy treats combine sweet and tangy flavors, making them perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy family gatherings. With their unique texture and irresistible taste, these cupcakes stand out among traditional desserts. Easy to make, even novice bakers can whip up a batch of these light delights effortlessly. Plus, you can easily cater to dietary needs with a gluten-free option. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this charming dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 0.5 cup Milk (any type)
- 3 large Eggs (separated)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (gluten-free flour can be substituted)
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Powdered Sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C).
- Line a cupcake pan with parchment paper or liners.
- In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Mix in milk, vanilla extract, and egg yolks until well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, cornstarch, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form; gently fold into the batter.
- Fill liners halfway with batter and bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack; dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg