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What is Japanese cheesecake?
Japanese cheesecake (a.k.a. Japanese cotton cheesecake, bouncy cheesecake, souffle cheesecake, souffle castella or jiggly castella) is a variation of cheesecake that originated in Japan in the 1980s. Its texture is soft & fluffy, much more like a sponge cake than a rich & creamy American cheesecake. It is made with a combination of cream cheese, eggs, sugar, and cornstarch, and is often flavored with vanilla or lemon juice.
What makes Japanese cheesecake unique?
There are multiple factors that make Japanese cheesecake different from traditional American cheesecake.
It is made with a meringue, which is a mixture of egg whites and sugar that is whipped until stiff peaks form. This meringue is then folded into the cream cheese mixture, giving the cake its signature fluffy texture.
Another factor that sets Japanese cheesecake apart is its cooking method. Unlike traditional cheesecake, which is baked at a high temperature, This style of cheesecake is baked at a low temperature in a water bath. This slow and gentle cooking process helps to prevent the cake from cracking and ensures that it cooks evenly throughout. Read More…