Description
Cloud bread, a light keto-friendly recipe, offers protein-packed deliciousness without traditional wheat flour. Creamy cheese and whipped egg whites create a pillowy texture that satisfies low-carb diet needs with minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs, separated, room temperature
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cottage cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar or cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Proteins & Sweetener:
- 3/4 cup (62 grams) whey protein powder
- 1/4 cup (20 grams) egg white protein powder
- 1 tablespoon allulose (optional)
Optional Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (for savory bread)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla stevia (for French toast)
- Sesame seeds or bagel seasoning for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 300°F and lining a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring the surface is lightly greased to prevent sticking.
- Whip egg whites with vinegar using an electric mixer, beating continuously until stiff, glossy peaks form, which typically takes 10-15 minutes of consistent whisking.
- In a separate bowl, thoroughly combine egg yolks with cottage cheese, cream cheese, and seasonings, mixing until the texture becomes smooth and uniform.
- Gently fold the yolk mixture into the whipped egg whites, using a spatula to maintain the airy texture and prevent deflation of the whites.
- Transfer the delicate mixture into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly with a spatula to ensure consistent depth and smooth top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, watching for a golden-brown surface and checking with a toothpick for doneness.
- After baking, leave the bread in the closed oven for an additional 10 minutes to help stabilize its structure and prevent immediate collapse.
- Remove from oven, let cool completely before slicing to maintain the cloud-like texture and prevent crumbling.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cottage cheese for a richer, creamier texture that enhances the overall flavor of cloud bread.
- Ensure egg whites are completely free from yolk traces to achieve maximum volume and stiff peak formation during whipping.
- Experiment with herbs or spices like garlic powder, dried basil, or nutritional yeast to add extra depth and personalize the cloud bread’s taste profile.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, reheating briefly to restore original softness and prevent moisture buildup.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 94
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 206mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 186mg