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A slice of fluffy and light Heavenly Japanese Cheesecake on a white plate, with the rest of the cake blurred in the background.

Heavenly Japanese Cheesecake

  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 100 min
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A light and fluffy Japanese cheesecake, perfect for dessert lovers.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 6 large eggs, separated
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line a 7-inch round cake pan with parchment paper. Wrap the bottom of the pan with aluminum foil to prevent water from seeping in.
  2. In a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, combine the cream cheese, butter, and milk. Stir until smooth and melted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Whisk the egg yolks into the cream cheese mixture one at a time. Gradually whisk in the flour until just combined.
  4. In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  5. Gently fold one-third of the egg whites into the cream cheese mixture to lighten it. Then, carefully fold in the remaining egg whites until no streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Place the cake pan in a larger baking pan. Pour hot water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and lightly golden brown.
  8. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating.
  10. Chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the egg whites, as this can deflate the cheesecake.
  • Cooling the cheesecake gradually in the oven helps prevent cracking.
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 70 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Japanese cheesecake, fluffy cheesecake, light cheesecake, dessert recipe, baking

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