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By Kris Galicia Brown
July 24, 2016

What is cloud bread?

Cloud bread is a unique food, like nothing I’ve had before. It’s not a true bread since it doesn’t include flour nor water, but its versatility is like that of bread — the texture is fluffy, somewhat spongy and bread-like. And cloud bread can be enjoyed in both savory or sweet ways, just like bread!

I sometimes like to switch up my sandwiches using cloud bread. I find that it’s a greatgrab-and-go snack to keep around, especially when using some of the flavorful variations I’ve listed below (after the recipe).

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Makes 6-8 portions

Ingredients:

3 eggs
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened at room temperature
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar or honey

Step 1:

Preheat oven to 300 F. Separate the eggs — take extra care with doing so. Place yolks in a bowl with cream cheese and sugar.

Place egg whites in the bowl of an electric mixer with the cream of tartar. There should be no trace of yolk in this bowl — otherwise it will not whip up nicely.

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Step 2:

Beat egg yolk mixture with a whisk or hand mixer until it’s smooth and cream cheese is completely incorporated. There should no longer be bits of cream cheese visible. Set aside.

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Step 3:

Using an electric mixer, whip egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. This will take about 4-5 minutes at high speed.

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Step 4:

Using a wide spatula, gently fold the yolk mixture into the egg white mixture.

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Step 5:

Spoon the mixture into even dollopson a parchment paper–lined cookie sheet. You can make either 6 or 8 buns, depending on how large you want them. The 6-piece size is a good sandwich size and is also wide enough to hold a standard burger patty. Bake for 25-35 minutes if making 6 clouds; 20-30 minutes if making 8 clouds.

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The tops should be golden when ready. Let cool for 10 minutes and lift off of the parchment paper. It’ll be easier to do so while warm.

The tasty buns can be served toasted or cold topped with fruit preserves or whipped cream and fresh fruits! Store in an airtight container or resealable bag for up to 3 days at room temperature or one week in the refrigerator.

Delicious cloud bread variations

Now that you’ve got the basics down for making this fluffy cloud bread, Here are some variations to try!

For all these variations, you’ll sprinkle theherbs and/or spices over the portions just before or just after baking. Don’t fold it in with everything else. An important part of this recipeis keeping the egg whites as fluffy as possible, and more folding will deflate them.

Sprinkle just before placing in the oven:

Sea salt and pepper
Chipotle powder
Smoked paprika and sea salt
Chopped rosemary
Minced onion

Sprinkle or brush just after baking:

Shredded cheeses (make mini pizzas!)
Butter and garlic (microwave melted butter and minced garlic for 45 seconds or until fragrant)
Cinnamon and sugar (brush with melted butter before sprinkling)
Caramelized onion

Get creative! I’d love to know how you eat your cloud bread — leave a comment below!

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FAQs

Why isn't my cloud bread getting fluffy? ›

First, you might be over beating your egg whites, which prevents your cloud bread from having that fluffy texture. You'll know if you've overdone it if your egg whites look wet or grainy, she says. Spend With Pennies recommends beating the egg whites on high speed with a mixer just until they form stiff peaks.

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What is cloud bread made of? ›

It's made using just a few simple ingredients—eggs, cream cheese, and cream of tartar—but when mixed up in just the right way and baked in a low heat oven, you get pillowy, bread-like rounds that are gluten-free and keto-friendly.

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What do you do if your cloud bread is liquidy? ›

Cornstarch. You just need a tiny bit of cornstarch in your cloud bread, to help soak up any extra liquid in your meringue. Cornstarch also helps make your meringue shiny. Food coloring.

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What to do with 4 egg whites? ›

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What is the trick to fluffy bread? ›

Add Sugar

Adding sugar weakens the gluten structure, absorbs water, and eventually makes the bread lighter and softer. As a result, sugar improves the bread's taste, structure and texture. Yeast also eats up sugar to produce carbon dioxide, which raises the dough and makes bread fluffy.

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What is the secret to a soft and fluffy bread? ›

You want to rise the dough so that the yeast still has enough energy in it to work in the oven to give you a nice, light, fluffy loaf of white bread. Lightly cover the loaf pans with plastic wrap - do not make it too tight as you don't want the dough to rise up and get trapped in the plastic wrap.

Does Aldi have cloud bread? ›

You have to be relatively familiar with the kitchen, as it requires baking with separated egg yolks and whites, cream cheese, and other ingredients. Luckily for those without the skills (or the time!) to bake cloud bread every time you want a sandwich, Aldi has its own version that comes pre-made!

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What does cream of tartar do? ›

Cream of tartar stabilizes the tiny bubbles in the egg whites, by precluding the egg proteins from sticking together. It thus speeds up the egg white whipping process and contributes to a stable, billowy, glossy meringue, perfect for cookies, topping pies, and folding into cake.

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Can I use 2 eggs instead of 4 egg whites? ›

Yes, it is possible to substitute egg whites for whole eggs or vice versa in many cooking and baking recipes. However, it's important to note that the substitution may affect the final texture and taste of the dish.

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Can I substitute 2 eggs for 4 egg whites? ›

Consider egg whites: When you're making store-bought cake mixes, you can get away with using just egg whites as your substitute for whole eggs because the mixes usually include other ingredients that help with tenderness and texture. Two egg whites—or 1/4 cup fat-free egg substitute—can replace 1 whole egg.

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Can I use 4 eggs instead of 4 egg whites? ›

One whole egg is the same as two egg whites, or alternatively you can use ¼ cup of egg whites from the carton.

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Why is my cloud bread so flat? ›

Be extra mindful of how you whip the egg whites. This is the most critical part of any cloud bread recipe. Without stiff peaks, your cloud bread won't have any body and will go flat, says Spend With Pennies. If you're having trouble, try separating your eggs when cold and then let the whites sit out on the counter.

Why did my cloud bread flatten? ›

Beat the egg whites longer than you think you need.

If you don't beat the egg whites sufficiently to stiff peaks, your cloud bread will spread and be flat. The peaks are stiff when they “stand up” when you hold the beaters up. They also should not move or slide out if you tilt or invert the bowl.

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What makes bread fluff up? ›

Carbon dioxide is responsible for all the bubbles that make holes in bread, making it lighter and fluffier. Because gas is created as a result of yeast growth, the more the yeast grows, the more gas in the dough and the more light and airy your bread loaf will be.

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