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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes for Blissful Bites

Delicious Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes that are light, airy, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Whole Milk
  • 3 large Eggs (separated)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract pure
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 pinch Salt
For the Topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Muffin tin
  • Cupcake liners
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add milk, egg yolks, and vanilla, mixing until combined.
  3. Sift together flour, cornstarch, and salt, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  4. In another bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
  5. Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in three additions, keeping it airy.
  6. Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown, the centers should be slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool in the tin for 15 minutes, then remove to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional flavor boost: add lemon zest or yuzu marmalade to the batter for an intriguing twist.

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