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Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

Delight in these fluffy, airy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes that offer a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a subtle sweetness, making them the perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter At room temperature.
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar For the batter.
  • 3 large eggs, separated Egg whites will be beaten separately.
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour Sifted.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Sifted with flour.
  • a pinch salt
Topping
  • Powdered sugar For dusting before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the cream cheese and butter over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Once cooled, stir in the milk and egg yolks until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until combined.
  5. In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add in the sugar while continuing to beat until glossy.
  6. Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the batter in three additions, being careful not to deflate.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about ¾ full.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden on top.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  2. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and do not overmix the batter. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.