Description
Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes are a dreamy dessert that combines an airy texture with rich creaminess, making each bite feel indulgent yet light. These delightful cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a special celebration or a simple treat after a long day. Their golden tops and soft interiors will impress everyone at your gathering, and they are incredibly easy to make!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 8 oz (227g) full-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the cream cheese and milk until smooth; set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until frothy. Stir in the vanilla extract and cooled cream cheese mixture.
- Sift together the flour and baking powder into the egg mixture and gently fold until combined.
- Pour batter into the lined cupcake tray, filling each liner two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and puffed up. Cool for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or chocolate chips into the batter. - Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.