Description
Fluffy Japanese Cheesecake – Light as a Cloud is a dreamy dessert that captivates with its airy texture and delicate sweetness. This soufflé-like cheesecake melts in your mouth, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. With hints of vanilla and cream cheese, it’s not just a dessert; it’s an experience that delights the senses. Impress your guests at brunch or special celebrations with this beautiful cake that promises to keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the base with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then incorporate milk and vanilla extract.
- Sift together flour and baking powder in another bowl. Gradually mix into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Place this pan inside a larger pan filled with hot water for steaming. Bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Slice and serve with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 236
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg