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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes for a Dreamy Treat

These Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes are light, airy, and perfect for gluten-free and dairy-free diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat for the best taste
  • 3/4 cup Sugar granulated or caster
  • 1/2 cup Milk can swap with almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter can be replaced with coconut oil
  • 4 large Egg Yolks
  • 4 large Egg Whites grease-free for best results
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free blend if necessary
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
For Flavor Variations
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder for chocolate flavor
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Berries or pureed fruit
  • 1 tbsp Citrus Zest lemon or orange
  • 1 tbsp Matcha Powder
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce for drizzling on top

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Cream together cream cheese, sugar, milk, and unsalted butter until smooth.
  3. Incorporate egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Whip egg whites until soft peaks form in a separate bowl.
  5. Fold whipped egg whites into the batter cautiously in three additions.
  6. Sift and mix together flour and salt, then add to the batter until just combined.
  7. Fill muffin tin liners about two-thirds full with batter.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for smooth batter. Avoid grease on equipment when whipping egg whites.

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