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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

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Light, airy, and delicately sweet, these Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes feature a melt-in-your-mouth texture and classic cheesecake flavor in perfectly portioned cupcake form.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup cake flour, sifted
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 tsp cream of tartar (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt cream cheese, butter, and milk until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat, whisk in egg yolks and vanilla, then sift in cake flour and cornstarch, stirring until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy; gradually add sugar, whipping to soft peaks.
  5. Gently fold meringue into cream cheese mixture in three parts, keeping as much air as possible.
  6. Pour batter into cupcake liners, tapping lightly to remove large bubbles.
  7. Place muffin tin in a larger pan and add hot water halfway up the sides to create a water bath.
  8. Bake 20–25 minutes, then turn off oven and leave cupcakes inside for 10 minutes to prevent shrinking.
  9. Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired.

Notes

  • Add lemon zest for a citrusy aroma.
  • Swirl in raspberry or strawberry jam before baking for a fruity surprise.
  • Mix in matcha powder for a Japanese tea twist.
  • Top with whipped cream and fresh berries for extra decoration.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days; best served chilled.

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