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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes to Wow Your Guests

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes to Wow Your Guests

These Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes combine light soufflé and rich cheesecake for a unique dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese use dairy-free for lighter version
  • 3/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Milk substitute with almond milk for dairy-free
  • 2 oz Unsalted Butter
  • 6 large Egg Yolks
  • 6 large Egg Whites whipped to soft peaks
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder for chocolate flavor
  • 1 cup Mashed Bananas or Applesauce for fruity cupcakes
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts for added crunch
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper for a unique twist

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • sifter
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, milk, and unsalted butter, beating until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate 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 in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling each cup 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 before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Top with fresh berries for an added burst of flavor.

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