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:
  • Get the Recipe

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

★★★★★4.3 from 6 reviews

  • 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

Keywords: cloud bread, low carb, gluten free bread recipe, keto cloud bread, keto bread recipe, easy gluten free bread

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FAQs

Why isn't my cloud bread getting fluffy? ›

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.

What is the trick to fluffy bread? ›

Lubricate With Oil. One of the easiest ways our bakers follow to make bread soft and fluffy is by using 1-2 tablespoons of lubricant/fats such as vegetable oil to wet the ingredients.

Why is my cloud bread so runny? ›

Don't over beat! If you meringue starts to look grainy or really wet, it means your egg whites have been over-beaten and your cloud bread won't be fluffy.

Why did my cloud bread collapse? ›

Be extra mindful of how you whip the egg whites. This is the most critical part of any cloud bread recipe. Without stiff peaks, your cloud bread won't have any body and will go flat, says Spend With Pennies. If you're having trouble, try separating your eggs when cold and then let the whites sit out on the counter.

What ingredient makes bread more fluffy? ›

Starch helps the dough by trapping the gas from the yeast in the dough and makes the bubbles stronger. This helps the bread to rise and be lighter and fluffier.

Does letting bread rise longer make it fluffier? ›

Does Rising Bread Affect Its Texture? For a fluffy bread texture, the key is to let the bread rise long enough.

What makes bread fluffy baking soda or powder? ›

Baking soda changes the texture of baked goods by causing a batter or dough to spread, while baking powder produces light, fluffy texture. Some recipes may call for baking soda or baking powder on their own, while others may require both ingredients to create the ideal balance for great texture.

What chemical makes bread fluffy? ›

Final answer: Carbon dioxide gas is given off during the fermentation of sugar and it makes the bread soft and fluffy.

Do you need cornstarch for cloud dough? ›

What are the ingredients of cloud dough? All you need is cornstarch and hair conditioner.

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.

What is the consistency of cloud dough? ›

The consistency of cloud dough is VERY similar to kinetic sand, but at a fraction of the price. The mixture feels like sand but will hold it's shape; it can then be squashed back down and built with again and again.

Does cloud dough go bad? ›

Store the cloud dough for future play in an airtight container. Really, this stuff doesn't go bad. You know you'll need to toss it when it gets impossible debris in it.

What is cloud bread made of? ›

It's made using just a few simple ingredients—eggs, cream cheese, and cream of tartar—but when mixed up in just the right way and baked in a low heat oven, you get pillowy, bread-like rounds that are gluten-free and keto-friendly.

Why is cloud bread trending? ›

The soft, colourful bread that'll make you feel like you are literally eating a cloud has taken over social media with people giving their own vibrant twist to the bread. Popularised by the TikTok user linqanaaa, the food trend not only looks good but also tastes great!

Why is my milk bread not fluffy? ›

If your milk bread is dense, mostly likely, the dough is under-kneaded. The dough needs to develop enough gluten to expand and become soft and fluffy. A sure way to ensure that the dough is kneaded enough is using the window pane test.

Why isn't my sourdough bread fluffy? ›

My loaf is very dense and didn't rise.

Most likely when this happens, it's not you - it's your starter. If your loaf is dense, has uneven holes and a gummy texture, most likely there wasn't enough active wild yeast in your starter to make the bread develop and rise during baking.

Why is bread machine bread not fluffy? ›

Old or stale yeast. Expired yeast or moisture contaminated yeast will have trouble growing properly and this can lead to dense bread machine bread. Always relatively new yeast & store it in an airtight container.

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