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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes are soft, airy, and delicately sweet mini desserts with a soufflé-like texture that melt in your mouth. These cupcakes offer a refined twist on classic cheesecake in individually portioned bites.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup cake flour (or finely sifted all-purpose flour)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional)
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/4 tsp lemon juice or 1/8 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Place a pan of hot water on the bottom oven rack for a water bath.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt cream cheese, butter, and milk together until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  3. Whisk in egg yolks, flour, cornstarch, and optional vanilla or lemon zest until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with lemon juice or cream of tartar until frothy. Gradually add sugar and whip to stiff peaks.
  5. Gently fold meringue into the cream cheese mixture in batches to avoid deflating the batter.
  6. Fill cupcake liners about ¾ full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until tops are lightly golden and springy.
  8. Turn off oven, crack the door open, and let cupcakes cool slowly inside for 15–20 minutes to prevent shrinkage.

Notes

  • Add matcha or cocoa powder to the batter for flavor variations.
  • Top with powdered sugar, fruit preserves, or whipped cream for extra flair.
  • Fill with lemon curd or jam before baking for a surprise center.
  • Do not skip the water bath—it ensures even baking and prevents cracking.
  • Cool gradually in the oven to maintain their height and texture.

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