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Looking for an easy homemade bread recipe? This one is easy and quick to put together, so look no further! This cloud bread recipe is a bread alternative that’s light, tasty and easy to make with just four ingredients.

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Make delicious cloud bread with just four ingredients!

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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Cloud bread recipe

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
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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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Cloud Bread Recipe – Only 4 Ingredients! (2024)

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.

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.

Why is my cloud bread mix runny? ›

Just whip the egg whites with the Cream of Tartar (to stabilize the whites). The problem some people have had when making this recipe is that they don't mix the egg whites long enough, causing the mixture to be too runny. Just make sure that the egg whites form stiff peaks before moving on to the next step.

What to do with 4 egg whites? ›

What to Do With Leftover Egg Whites
  1. Light, Airy Cheese Soufflé
  2. Angel Food Cake.
  3. Lofthouse-Style Frosted Sugar Cookies.
  4. Royal Icing.
  5. Buttermilk Vanilla Waffles.
  6. Swiss Meringue.
  7. Homemade Klondike Bars.
  8. Homemade Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars.

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.

How can I make my dough fluffy? ›

Allowing the dough to rise twice can also contribute to a lighter and fluffier texture. After the initial rise, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Then, let it rise again for about an hour before baking. This second rise allows the yeast to do its job and produces a lighter, airier bread.

How to make cloud dough ingredients? ›

Cloud Dough
  1. 1 cup hair conditioner.
  2. 2 heaped cups cornflour.
  3. food dye optional.

Does flour work for cloud dough? ›

The basic recipe for cloud dough is 1:8, oil to flour–for every cup of oil, add 8 cups of flour. This can be scaled down or up according to your needs (1/2 cup oil to 4 cups flour, 1/4 cup oil to 2 cups flour, 2 cups oil to 16 cups flour, etc.). The amount of color added depends on how intense the desired color.

How long will cloud dough last? ›

Aside from being easy to make, cloud dough is also easy to store. In an airtight container, cloud dough can last months – and if the mixture starts to dry out, just add in a little more baby oil.

Why does cloud bread taste bad? ›

Sadly, the awful taste will bring you right back down to Earth. Sweet cloud bread is meringue. It's not like meringue, it is meringue, rebranded. Both recipes call for whipped egg whites with sugar, and sometimes a stabilizer, like an acid or a starch.

Does cloud bread taste bad? ›

And is it actually delicious? No, not really. Our food director Rhoda Boone described it as, “A little worse than a rice cake.” Food editor Kat Sacks said she could see eating them if you were “really, really desperate for something resembling carbohydrates.” It's not like cloud bread tastes bad, exactly.

How do you make cloud dough better? ›

Start mixing the cloud dough with your hands once it's too hard to get it smooth with a spoon. Scrape the dough out onto a work surface and knead it with your hands to get it nice and pliable. Add a bit more cornstarch if the playdough is too soft. Add a bit more lotion or conditioner if it is too stiff.

Can I use 3 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.

Is it OK to eat 4 egg white everyday? ›

How many egg whites can you eat a day? The American Heart Association says eating one egg or two egg whites per day is healthy for those who like eggs as a part of their diet. But how much you can eat per day is going to be dependent on what else you consume that day.

Is 2 eggs equal to 4 egg whites? ›

Two egg whites—or 1/4 cup fat-free egg substitute—can replace 1 whole egg.

Is cloud bread good for you? ›

Cloud bread is a great option for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease because it's gluten-free. According to The Healthy, people who are following a keto or low-carb diet might love cloud bread because there are very few carbs (if you don't add sugar).

Can you eat cloud dough? ›

But this cloud dough is easy to make, really affordable, and only requires 2 ingredients. One of my favorite things about it, though, is that it is 100% edible, so if your child accidentally eats some, it's okay. (It won't taste great, but it is safe-to-eat). Here's how to make it!

What is the origin of cloud bread? ›

It appears the cloud bread trend was first launched by TikTok user @linqanaaa, who posted a video demonstrating the recipe. Now food bloggers are creating a variety of different flavors, from garlic butter and cheese to a multi-colored cotton candy. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories.

What is the difference between cloud bread and meringue? ›

Cloud bread is essentially a softly baked meringue with some rebranding. If you're not sure what a meringue is: it's a type of dessert made from whipped egg whites and sugar. Sometimes a binder (in this case cornstarch) is added to give it a bit more structure.

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