Description
Learn how to make fluffy cottage cheese cloud bread! A light, protein-rich, and low-carb bread alternative perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs, separated
- ½ cup (120g) cottage cheese (full-fat for creamier texture)
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional, for slight sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or herbs (optional, for a savory version)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, egg yolks, salt, baking powder, and optional seasonings.
- Fold Gently: Carefully fold the yolk mixture into the beaten egg whites, being careful not to deflate them.
- Shape & Bake: Spoon the batter onto the parchment-lined baking sheet, forming small rounds.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Cool & Serve: Let the cloud bread cool for a few minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for better texture and flavor.
- Make sure your egg whites are stiff to achieve fluffy cloud bread.
- Gently fold the mixture to avoid deflating the batter.
- For extra crispiness, bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Store properly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 25minutes