CLOUD BREAD (Low-Carb & Keto Friendly)
Cloud Bread is soft, fluffy, and pillowy with a delicate texture—perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or enjoying on its own. It’s made without flour or grains and bakes into beautiful golden “clouds.”
Ingredients (6–8 pieces)
3 large eggs, separated
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (or full-fat Greek yogurt for a non-keto version)
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (optional but helps stabilize the egg whites)
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for savory)
½ teaspoon dried herbs (optional: Italian seasoning, rosemary, or thyme)
Optional Sweet Version
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 teaspoons powdered sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit)
Equipment
Mixing bowls (2)
Hand mixer or stand mixer
Rubber spatula
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Separate Eggs
Carefully separate egg whites and yolks into two clean bowls. Make sure no yolk gets into the whites.
3️⃣ Beat Egg Whites
Add cream of tartar to the egg whites. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form (the whites should hold their shape when you lift the mixer).
4️⃣ Mix Yolks
In the second bowl, whisk egg yolks with cream cheese and salt until smooth and lump-free. Add any optional flavorings here.
5️⃣ Fold Gently
Gently fold ⅓ of the egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it. Then carefully fold in the remaining whites using a spatula.
Do not overmix—keep it fluffy!
6️⃣ Shape the Clouds
Spoon the mixture onto the baking sheet into 6–8 round mounds, about 3–4 inches wide.
7️⃣ Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until tops are lightly golden and set.
8️⃣ Cool & Serve
Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5–10 minutes. The bread will firm up slightly as it cools.
Time & Yield
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: ~40 minutes
Yield: 6–8 cloud breads
Calories: ~35–45 per piece
Net Carbs: ~1g per piece
Tips for Perfect Cloud Bread
Use room-temperature eggs for better volume
Always fold gently—air is the secret
For firmer bread, bake 3–5 minutes longer
Want crisp edges? Flip halfway through baking
How to Use Cloud Bread
Sandwich buns
Burger buns
Mini pizzas
Toast with butter
Breakfast egg sandwiches
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
Freeze up to 1 month (separate layers with parchment)
Reheat briefly in oven or toaster
Variations
Cheesy Cloud Bread: Add 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Everything Bagel Style: Sprinkle seasoning on top before baking
Sweet Cloud Bread: Add vanilla + keto sweetener
