Keto Friendly Bread Substitute

This easy cloud bread recipe has been around for quite a long time, and there’s a good reason. It’s easy to make, it’s delicious, and it’s the perfect bread for low-carb diets. In fact, it’s perfect for anyone following the keto way of eating. And you only need eggs, cream cheese, and one other ingredient!

Whether you’re on a Keto diet or not, there are times when you might want something besides traditional bread. It doesn’t taste exactly like traditional bread when you eat it alone. However, you can add different toppings to get the same satisfaction.

What Is Cloud Bread?

Cloud bread is a delicious bread substitute for people who follow a gluten-free, Keto, Atkins, or other low-carb eating plan. It’s made with a mixture of eggs and cheese or yogurt. The lightness of the egg whites when beaten gives it a cloud-like texture.

Ingredients

One of the things that I love about cloud bread is the fact that it doesn’t require many ingredients. And you’re likely to have the ingredients in your pantry and fridge.

You only need 3 things:

• Eggs
• Cream cheese
• Stabilizer (cream of tartar or baking powder)

For exact measurements of each ingredient and full directions, go to the recipe card at the bottom of the page. You can even print out the card by using the “print” button.

The cream cheese needs to be softened, or it will be difficult to mix it into the yolks when you reach that step. Also, you need 2 mixing bowls, a couple of spoons, a hand mixer, and a baking sheet.

Preparation

First, I like to preheat my oven to 300 degrees F before I do anything else. That way, it’s ready to go as soon as everything is mixed.

Secondly, I cover my baking sheet with parchment paper. You can also use a silicone mat if you prefer.

Directions

Next, it’s time to separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. Although it’s not difficult, you still need to be extra careful not to get any of the yolk in with the white.

What happens when the yolk gets into the white is the fat from the yolk prevents the white from forming peaks.

Then, add the cream of tartar to the egg whites and beat with your hand mixer until you have stiff peaks. I usually start out on low and gradually work my way up to the top speed on the mixer.

Once you beat the egg whites well enough to form stiff peaks, set that bowl aside so you can work on the yolks. Stir the cream cheese into the yolks. You can either use a spoon or your hand mixer. I’ve done it both ways, but I admit that the mixer makes the process much easier.

I prefer to use the mixer because I don’t have the patience to stir it until all of the cream cheese dissolves enough to mix with the yolks. It blends very quickly with a mixer.

If you want to add salt, do it now. I don’t typically add salt because the cream cheese enhances the flavor enough for my taste. But as always with optional ingredients, it’s up to you. Make it to suit your personal taste.

After the cream cheese is mixed into the yolks, the batter should have a light, creamy yellow color. Next, slowly add the yolk mixture to the beaten egg whites.

Slowly stir the mixture, but don’t beat it vigorously because you don’t want to flatten the whites. It doesn’t take long at all to do this step, but you want to make sure it’s well mixed.

Time to Bake It

Then, spoon the mixture onto your baking sheet in 6 equal parts, making sure they don’t touch each other. I like to make circles, but you can put them on the sheet in any shape you want.

Put them in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until they turn a light golden brown. Finally, remove them from the oven and let them cool for about an hour before you touch them.

I’ve made the mistake of being too eager and picking one up. Unfortunately, it fell apart, but at least I learned my lesson.

Important Tips to Successfully Make Cloud Bread

As you make cloud bread, there are some ways to ensure that it comes out the way you want it. Here are some important tips to keep in mind:

Make sure there is no egg yolk in the egg whites when you separate them. If even a tiny bit of yolk is in there, you’ll compromise the ability to make it fluffy.

Gently fold the whisked egg whites into the rest of the mixture. If you stir it too vigorously, you’ll lose some of the fluffiness.

Don’t crank up the oven temperature to cook the cloud bread more quickly. If you do, you’ll wind up with a mess of burned eggs.

Add seasonings that you know you’ll like. If you’re making an Italian meal, add an Italian spice blend to make the cloud bread even better.

Why Did My Cloud Bread Go Flat?

Chances are, if your cloud bread turned out flat, you didn’t beat the eggs long enough. You need to beat them until they form a stiff peak, which gives them the airiness that delivers the texture of a good piece of cloud bread.

More Gluten-Free Recipes

If you like this cloud bread recipe, then try making these basic chaffles. They have similar ingredients, and they’re also gluten-free.

You can also make these chocolate chaffles if you’re in the mood for sweets. They’re delicious with ice cream or whipped cream on top.

Another type of bread we enjoy is this southern style cornbread. It reminds me of my childhood every time I take a bite.

If gluten isn’t problem for you, try this beer bread from Back to My Southern Roots. My friend Julie runs this blog, and I can tell you from personal experience that she’s a fabulous cook!

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