Fluffy Cloud Bread Recipe - Easy 3 Ingredient Keto Bread! (2024)

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Cloud Bread is an easy to make, fluffy and gluten free bread substitute! Naturally low-carb, this cloud bread recipe is a simple alternative to bread and my kids love it too!

Serve this as a sandwich with my favorite Chicken Salad Recipe!

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  • What Is Cloud Bread?
  • Cloud Bread is Perfect for Sandwiches!
  • What 3 Ingredients Do You Need?
  • How to Make Cloud Bread
  • Can You Season It?
  • Serving Ideas:
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What Is Cloud Bread?

Ok, I know this cloud bread recipe sounds a little strange… Carb Free? Gluten Free? What is the world coming to? But stay with me here for a quick sec. I won’t steer you wrong, I swear it.

I would imagine a lot of us have “gone off carbs” a time or two in our lives. And sometimes when you’re on the low-carb wagon you just want a damn sandwich. I know it’s not just me.

But let me also just say that while Cloud Bread recipe is PERFECT for those watching their carbs, it’s also actually GOOD! The texture is bread-ish. I won’t sit here and tell you that it’s bread, but it’s the closest darn thing I have ever had to bread without actually BEING bread. AND it doesn’t have weird aftertaste like a lot of low-carb food seems to. The reason for that is it’s made with completely normal ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen right now.

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Cloud Bread is Perfect for Sandwiches!

The main ingredients in this bread recipe are eggs and cream cheese, but you will also need Cream of Tartar, salt, and (if you want) a little sweetener.

When they’re baked up they are SO pretty…They aren’t thick buns, but they can be sliced in half and used on a sandwich!

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My son LOVED tuna salad on the cloud bread. It’s VERY soft, so if you want something with a little more durability you could easily toast it!

What 3 Ingredients Do You Need?

  • eggs
  • cream of tartar
  • cream cheese

How to Make Cloud Bread

Just whip the egg whites with the Cream of Tartar (to stabilize the whites).

The problem some people have had when making this recipe is that they don’t mix the egg whites long enough, causing the mixture to be too runny. Just make sure that the egg whites form stiff peaks before moving on to the next step.

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Also make sure you mix the yolks, cream cheese a pinch of salt and sugar (if you are using it) together until they are smooth. Then fold the whites into the cream cheese mixture CAREFULLY until it’s combined.

Can You Season It?

Add any seasoning into the cream cheese mixture to season it up. Seasoning it is key to getting a delicious bread. You can use:

  • garlic powder
  • dried herbs
  • sweetener

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Scoop out the mixture onto a lined baking sheet, and when they are baked they will come out like this…

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If you can’t wait and eat one warm they are a little “eggy”. But if you wait until they’ve cooled completely they will be more bread-like.

Serving Ideas:

  • I really like it cut in half and toasted served with tuna or chicken salad!
  • Toast it and spread a little peanut butter on it!
  • Use it for avocado toast!
  • Make an egg sandwich for a high protein breakfast!

ps – this cloud bread recipe is by no means low-calorie or “diet” food. It’s just a fun alternative to traditional bread for those who are trying to avoid it!

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Cloud Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Cookies & Cups
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 buns 1x
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Dinner

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Cloud Bread is an easy to make, fluffy and gluten free bread substitute! Naturally low-carb, this cloud bread recipe is a simple alternative to bread and my kids love it too!

Ingredients

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  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • optional – 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • optional: 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or any natural sweetener like honey, agave syrup etc) OR 1 packet artificial sweetener such as Splenda

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a light colored baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment beat the egg whites and Cream of Tartar together on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  3. In a large bowl combine the egg yolks, cream cheese, and salt and/or sugar (if using) until completely smooth. You can do this step with a spoon or a mixer.
  4. Gently fold in the egg whites into the cream cheese mixture. Do this step carefully to not deflate egg whites. The fluffier the batter the fluffier the bread will turn out.
  5. Scoop the batter onto the prepared pan, forming 6 “buns”, about 4 inches in diameter.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the bread is golden brown and set.
  7. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

store airtight refrigerated for up to 5 days

Add in 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, or any seasoning you prefer to give this cloud bread flavor!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bun
  • Calories: 69
  • Sugar: 0.4 g
  • Sodium: 162.2 mg
  • Fat: 5.6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.8 g
  • Protein: 3.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 102.6 mg

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FAQs

Why isn't my cloud bread getting fluffy? ›

First, you might be over beating your egg whites, which prevents your cloud bread from having that fluffy texture. You'll know if you've overdone it if your egg whites look wet or grainy, she says. Spend With Pennies recommends beating the egg whites on high speed with a mixer just until they form stiff peaks.

How do you make bread Fluffy? ›

Add Sugar

Adding sugar weakens the gluten structure, absorbs water, and eventually makes the bread lighter and softer. As a result, sugar improves the bread's taste, structure and texture. Yeast also eats up sugar to produce carbon dioxide, which raises the dough and makes bread fluffy.

What is cloud bread made of? ›

Cloud bread claims to be a high-protein bread alternative. It's made by whipping egg whites and cream of tartar to achieve the soft, fluffy texture of a meringue.

Why won't my cloud bread peak? ›

Beat the egg whites longer than you think you need.

If the whites don't get “stiff” enough, your cloud bread will spread and be flat. The peaks are stiff when they “stand up” when you hold the beaters up (see my picture above). They also should not move or slide out if you tilt or invert the bowl.

What makes dough more fluffy? ›

Milk powder.

Instant milk powder makes bread dough super soft and fluffy and also helps to give it a good rise. It also contributes to the dough staying nice and soft after baking for a little longer than a recipe that does not use milk powder.

Why didn't my bread puff up? ›

Yeast is too cold If the other ingredients are too cold, it could cause some of the yeast to die. Was the dough kneaded properly? Dough may not have been kneaded enough. Kneading 'exercises' the gluten in the bread and gives it the elasticity to hold in the air bubbles produced by the yeast.

Does baking soda make bread fluffier? ›

Formally known as sodium bicarbonate, it's a white crystalline powder that is naturally alkaline, or basic (1). Baking soda becomes activated when it's combined with both an acidic ingredient and a liquid. Upon activation, carbon dioxide is produced, which allows baked goods to rise and become light and fluffy (1).

What makes bread puff up? ›

The carbon dioxide gas released by the process of fermentation gets trapped in the sticky, elastic dough, causing it to “puff up" or rise. This can take a while, though, which is why you need patience when you're baking bread! Likewise, the ethyl alcohol produced gives the bread its unique smell and taste.

Does sugar make bread fluffy? ›

How does sugar affect bread dough? Sugar acts as a liquefier. It absorbs water, weakens the gluten structure, and makes the dough looser. The dough expands more when baking achieving an airier and softer crumb.

What are the two ingredients in fluffy cloud dough? ›

This easy no-cook dough requires just 2 ingredients: cornstarch and hair conditioner. Easy enough! Mix equal parts together in a bowl. There is no cooking required and students can get their hands messy while helping to make it.

What is Oopsie bread made of? ›

Mix the egg yolks and the cream cheese well. If you choose, add the psyllium seed husk and baking powder (this makes the Oopsie more bread-like). Gently fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mix – try to keep the air in the egg whites. Put 6 large or 8 smaller oopsies on a baking tray.

What is keto bread made of? ›

What is keto bread made of? Keto bread is a low carb bread that doesn't contain the heavy wholewheat and wholegrains that make traditional bread so carby. Instead, you'll find ingredients that are low in carbohydrates, such as almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk, cream cheese and eggs.

Why does cloud bread taste bad? ›

Sadly, the awful taste will bring you right back down to Earth. Sweet cloud bread is meringue. It's not like meringue, it is meringue, rebranded. Both recipes call for whipped egg whites with sugar, and sometimes a stabilizer, like an acid or a starch.

Why is my bread never fluffy? ›

Incorrect Activation or Wrong Yeast. For the bread to appear soft and fluffy, You must ensure that your yeast ferments correctly. It's not just the temperature in your kitchen, but also the activity of the yeast. Also, you must add the yeast to warm water to activate it.

How do you make cloud dough better? ›

Start mixing the cloud dough with your hands once it's too hard to get it smooth with a spoon. Scrape the dough out onto a work surface and knead it with your hands to get it nice and pliable. Add a bit more cornstarch if the playdough is too soft. Add a bit more lotion or conditioner if it is too stiff.

Why was my bread not fluffy? ›

Incorrect Activation or Wrong Yeast. For the bread to appear soft and fluffy, You must ensure that your yeast ferments correctly. It's not just the temperature in your kitchen, but also the activity of the yeast. Also, you must add the yeast to warm water to activate it.

Why did my cloud bread go flat? ›

You're under-beating or over-folding your egg whites.

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