Fluffy Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread Recipe
Fluffy Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread is a light, airy, and low-carb bread alternative made by combining whipped egg whites with a cottage cheese and almond flour mixture. This recipe results in a soft, delicate bread that is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or burger buns. Enhanced with optional toppings like seeds or fresh herbs, it offers a delicious and healthy option for those looking to reduce carbs while enjoying a satisfying bread substitute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 cloud bread pieces 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Cloud Bread Ingredients
- 3 large eggs, separated
- ½ cup cottage cheese (preferably full-fat for better texture)
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tbsp almond flour (optional)
- 1 tbsp coconut flour (optional)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
Topping (Optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Chia seeds
- Poppy seeds
- Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Separate the eggs, placing whites in one bowl and yolks in another. Add cream of tartar to the egg whites and beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, ensuring a fluffy texture.
- Prepare the Cottage Cheese Mixture: In the yolk bowl, mix together cottage cheese, almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and olive oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Fold the Mixtures Together: Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cottage cheese mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the batter to maintain a light texture.
- Shape the Bread: Spoon dollops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping each into a circular or oval form around ½ inch thick. Sprinkle optional toppings like seeds or herbs for additional flavor and texture.
- Bake the Bread: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the breads are golden on top and slightly firm to the touch. Once baked, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve & Store: Use the cooled cloud bread for sandwiches, toast, or as low-carb burger buns. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best texture.
- Be careful when folding the egg whites to avoid deflating the batter and losing fluffiness.
- Optional almond and coconut flours add structure but can be omitted for a purer egg-cheese taste.
- Make sure to cool the cloud bread completely before storing to maintain texture.
- Optional seeds and herbs can enhance both flavor and appearance.
Keywords: cloud bread, cottage cheese bread, low carb bread, gluten free bread, fluffy bread, keto bread, almond flour bread
