Description
Experience the ethereal delight of Easy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake, a dessert that effortlessly combines creamy richness with fluffy lightness. This simple yet impressive recipe transforms basic ingredients into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, perfect for any occasion. With its delicate sweetness and airy texture, this cheesecake will leave your guests craving more. Get ready to elevate your baking skills with this easy-to-follow guide!
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs, separated
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup cake flour
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add egg yolks and milk; mix well.
- Sift in cake flour and stir gently until just combined.
- Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into the cream cheese mixture carefully to maintain airiness.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan placed inside a larger dish filled with hot water (water bath). Bake for about 60 minutes until set but wobbly in the center.
- Allow to cool gradually in the oven with the door ajar for one hour, then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (77g)
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 186mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 107mg