Description
This Fluffy Keto Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread is a light and airy low-carb bread alternative that perfectly suits keto and gluten-free diets. Made primarily from eggs and cottage cheese, this bread is moist, tender, and ideal for sandwiches or as burger buns. It’s simple to prepare, baking in under 30 minutes to create a fluffy texture that satisfies bread cravings without the carbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs & Dairy
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup full fat cottage cheese, blended until smooth
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (149°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cloud bread.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a clean, dry mixing bowl, place the egg whites and add the cream of tartar. Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat until stiff peaks form, indicating the whites are aerated enough to give the bread its fluffy texture.
- Prepare Egg Yolk Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, blended cottage cheese, salt, and baking powder until the mixture is smooth and completely combined, providing the rich base for the bread.
- Fold Mixtures: Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture in batches. Use a spatula with careful folding motions to avoid deflating the whites and maintain the airiness vital for the bread’s fluffiness.
- Shape Bread: Scoop the batter into six even mounds on the prepared baking sheet. Shape each mound into a round disc to resemble small flatbreads or buns, which will bake into individual cloud breads.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the cloud bread is golden brown on top and set, indicating it is cooked through and holds its shape.
- Cool: Remove from oven and allow the cloud bread to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain texture and prevents sogginess.
Notes
- Ensure the cottage cheese is fully blended to achieve a smooth batter and uniform texture in the bread.
- Store leftover cloud bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Lightly toast the cloud bread before serving for added texture and flavor.
- These cloud breads make excellent low carb sandwich bread or as a substitute for burger buns.
