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Fluffy Cotton Cheesecake

A light and airy cheesecake that melts in your mouth, perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Base
  • 8 oz cream cheese At room temperature for easy mixing
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs Separated into yolks and whites
Baking Supplies
  • 1 cup water For the water bath

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whip together the cream cheese, sugar, and egg yolks until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  4. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Pour the mixture into a baking pan and place it in a larger pan filled with water (water bath).
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until set.
  2. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
Cooling
  1. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Serve chilled with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.