Japanese Cheesecake

The Japanese cheesecake surprises with its fluffiness and cream cheese flavor. Its meticulous preparation makes it a unique delight worth enjoying in every bite.

To enjoy this delicious Japanese cheesecake, keep in mind that achieving the fluffy texture by beating the egg whites with precision is essential.

Additionally, it is important to gently fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture to maintain the dessert's fluffiness.

Finally, a touch of honey when serving can enhance its delicate and delicious flavor.

Japanese Cheesecake

Pastry
1 hour
6 Servings

Ingredients

Japanese Cheesecake

1 ¼ cup of Cream cheese

2 tablespoons of Unsalted butter

50 milliliters of Milk

40 grams of Wheat flour

4 Egg yolks

4 Egg whites

¼ teaspoon of Lemon juice

80 grams of Sugar

Hot water

Honey

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare this delicious dessert, start by adding the cream cheese to a bowl and mashing it until smooth.

Step 2 : Then, add the butter and place the bowl inside a pot with hot water so the butter melts with the heat.

Step 3 : Next, add the milk to the bowl and continue mixing.

Step 4 : Sift the wheat flour and incorporate it into the bowl, stirring well.

Step 5 : Add the egg yolks and blend all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 6 : In another bowl, place the egg whites, add lemon juice, and beat with an electric mixer.

Step 7 : As it begins to thicken, add half of the sugar and continue beating; then add the remaining sugar.

Step 8 : Once ready, gently fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture with sweeping motions to keep the fluffiness.

Step 9 : Pour the resulting mixture into a baking mold lined with parchment paper.

Step 10 : Place the mold inside a tray with hot water and bake in a preheated oven at 160°C until the cake puffs up and develops a golden color.

Step 11 : Once done, remove from the oven, unmold, and carefully peel off the parchment paper.

Step 12 : Finally, you can add a touch of honey with a brush before enjoying this exquisite dessert.

Preparation (simple version)

Step 1 : Prepare the base by mixing the cream cheese and melted butter, then incorporate the milk and sifted flour, followed by the egg yolks until obtaining a smooth mixture. Japanese Cheesecake - Preparation - Step 1
Step 2 : Beat the egg whites with lemon juice and half of the sugar until just about forming stiff peaks, then add the remaining sugar, beating until well combined and peaks are firm. Japanese Cheesecake - Preparation - Step 2
Step 3 : Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture using sweeping motions to maintain the fluffiness. Japanese Cheesecake - Preparation - Step 3
Step 4 : Pour the mixture into a lined mold, place it in a tray with hot water, and bake at 160°C until golden and fluffy, then unmold, decorate with honey, and enjoy. Japanese Cheesecake - Preparation - Step 4

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