Japanese Cheesecake Recipe

Japanese Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:
  • 1/2 cup (100g) fine granulated sugar
  • 6 eggs, separated
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch, sifted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional for extra flavor)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C).
   • Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch round springform pan with parchment paper. Ensure the paper extends above the rim of the pan to prevent spillage.
2. Make the Egg Yolk Mixture:
   • In a large bowl, combine the egg yolks, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Whisk until smooth.
   • Sift the flour, cornstarch, and salt into the mixture and whisk until well combined. Set aside.
3. Beat the Egg Whites:
   • In a separate bowl, add cream of tartar to the egg whites. Beat with an electric mixer until foamy.
   • Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
4. Combine the Mixtures:
   • Gently fold one-third of the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture using a rubber spatula until partially combined.
   • Add the remaining egg whites in two more additions, folding gently until the mixture is homogenous.
5. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
   • Create a water bath by placing the cake pan inside a larger pan. Fill the outer pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
   • Bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until set and golden on top.
6. Cool the Cheesecake:
   • Turn off the oven and leave the door slightly open to let the cheesecake cool gradually for about an hour. This prevents the cheesecake from collapsing.
7. Finish and Serve:
   • Once cooled, remove from the pan and peel off the parchment paper.
   • Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

This recipe should give you a wonderfully light and fluffy Japanese Cheesecake, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying as a special treat. Enjoy your baking!