Description
This Easy Cloud Bread with Cottage Cheese is a light, fluffy, and low-carb alternative to traditional bread, made primarily from eggs and cottage cheese. Perfect for sandwiches or wraps, this viral recipe provides a soft, airy texture with minimal ingredients and quick preparation. It’s a great option for those looking to enjoy bread without gluten or heavy carbs.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (4% fat)
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar (optional)
- 1/4 tsp sweetener (such as monk fruit – optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If your cottage cheese is chunky, blend it slightly with an immersion blender or food processor for a smoother texture.
- Mix yolks and cottage cheese: In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks together with the blended cottage cheese. Add the sweetener at this stage if you prefer a subtle sweetness.
- Beat egg whites: In a clean, dry bowl, whip the egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. The cream of tartar is optional but helps stabilize and lift the whipped egg whites, producing a fluffier final bread.
- Fold mixtures combined: Gently fold the cottage cheese and yolk mixture into the whipped egg whites, being careful not to deflate the air incorporated. Fold until just combined and evenly mixed.
- Spoon and shape: Scoop the batter into approximately 10 portions, about 1/3 cup each, onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape each into rounds around 5 inches wide and 3/4 inch thick.
- Bake and flip: Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and set. Flip the rounds halfway through baking to ensure even cooking. Use two smaller baking sheets if needed or bake in two batches.
- Cool and store: Allow the cloud bread to cool completely. Initially, it will be crisp and crumbly, but store the rounds in a Ziplock plastic bag overnight. This step softens the bread, making it fluffy and perfect for sandwiches or mini tortillas. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cream of tartar is optional but highly recommended to stabilize egg whites and provide maximum lift.
- Blending the cottage cheese ensures a smoother batter and a more uniform texture.
- Storing the cloud bread overnight in an airtight bag softens its texture into a bread-like consistency.
- Use monk fruit or another sweetener to add a slight sweetness if desired, but it’s optional.
- Flipping halfway through baking promotes even color and cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
