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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes That Melt in Your Mouth

Discover the delightful lightness and flavor of Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened well
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar add gradually to egg whites
  • 1/2 cup Milk any type
  • 4 Eggs (separated) yolks enrich batter, whites whipped
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract use pure extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour sifted
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch to lighten structure
  • 1 pinch Salt balances sweetness
For Dusting
  • 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar dust lightly for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • muffin tin
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and prepare muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract, mix until well incorporated.
  3. Sift all-purpose flour and cornstarch into cream cheese mixture, fold in gently until just combined.
  4. Beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form, gradually add remaining sugar until stiff peaks are achieved.
  5. Gently fold whipped egg whites into cream cheese mixture in three additions, maintaining airiness.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter, ensuring even distribution.
  7. Bake for approximately 30 minutes until lightly golden and set in the center.
  8. Cool cupcakes completely in tin, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth batter and gently fold egg whites to keep cupcakes airy.

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