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Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes:

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Delight in the light and fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Almond milk can be used
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Reduced sugar option available
  • 3 large Eggs (separated) Yolks provide richness, whites for lift
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Optional for flavor enhancement
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free blend if needed
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Helps soften the texture
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Adds warmth to flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Medium saucepan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Sifter
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat cream cheese, unsalted butter, and whole milk until smooth. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  3. Whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar and lemon juice until pale. Mix in cooled cream cheese mixture.
  5. Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined. A few lumps are okay.
  6. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beating to stiff peaks.
  7. Fold one-third of egg whites into the batter, then gently fold in remaining egg whites.
  8. Spoon batter into cupcake liners, filling three-quarters full. Tap the tin to release air bubbles. Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are free from yolk for best fluffiness. Avoid overbaking to keep moisture.

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