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So there I was, halfway through my third TikTok scroll of the night when I spotted someone making these magical little puffs called cloud bread. Pillowy, dreamy, and practically floating off the screen – I had to try it right then at 11 PM! I grabbed eggs from the fridge (almost dropping one in my pajama-clad excitement) and discovered the easiest keto-friendly recipe that’s now a breakfast obsession at my house. My kids call it “marshmallow toast” because of that insane fluffy texture – completely unfair how something made with just egg whites and cream cheese transforms into these golden clouds that taste like they took hours to make. Turns out those TikTok food trends actually get something right sometimes!
Why You’ll Love This Cloud Bread
Okay, let me count the ways this cloud bread has stolen my heart (and my family’s breakfast routine):
- Three ingredients?! Egg whites, cream of tartar, cream cheese – that’s it! I’ve spent more time looking for my car keys than gathering supplies for this recipe.
- Low-carb magic – at just 1g net carb per piece, it’s perfect when you’re craving bread on keto or just watching those carbs.
- TikTok approved – my teen actually thinks I’m cool now that I’m making “that fluffy bread from the internet.” Parenting win!
- Instantly customizable – add a few drops of food coloring for rainbow swirls or top with sweet/savory goodies. I made pastel pink cloud bread for Valentine’s Day that looked straight out of a bakery.
- Ready in 30 minutes flat – quicker than waiting for takeout and way more satisfying.
Seriously, it’s the unicorn of bread recipes – fluffy, versatile, and totally guilt-free. Even my carb-loving husband asks for seconds!
Cloud Bread Ingredients
Okay, let’s gather our magic trio of ingredients – I swear this is all you need to make those pillowy clouds happen:
- 3 large egg whites – Fresh is best! I learned the hard way that older eggs don’t whip up as nicely.
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar – This secret weapon stabilizes our fluffy peaks. Keep it in your spice rack – you’ll use it for meringues too!
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened – And I mean really softened. I microwave mine for 10 seconds if I forget to take it out early. Lumps are the enemy of perfect cloud bread!
That’s it! I still can’t believe something this simple makes bread so heavenly. Now grab your mixer – the magic happens fast!
How to Make Cloud Bread
Alright, let’s get those clouds forming in your kitchen! First things first – grab a spotless mixing bowl (any grease will sabotage your fluffy dreams) and preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper – trust me, skimping here leads to sad, stuck cloud bread casualties. The whole process is so fast you’ll be pulling golden puffs out of the oven before your coffee gets cold!
Step 1: Preparing the Egg Whites
Here’s where the magic starts – crack those eggs and separate the whites (save the yolks for custard!). Add cream of tartar, then beat on medium-high until glossy stiff peaks form – they should stand straight up when you lift the beaters. My first attempt? I got overexcited and overbeat them into a grainy mess. Stop when it looks like shaving cream consistency!
Step 2: Folding in the Cream Cheese
Now for the gentle part – add your super-soft cream cheese in spoonfuls. Use a rubber spatula and fold with light swoops from the bottom up, like you’re tucking in a delicate blanket. No vigorous stirring! Those tiny air bubbles we worked so hard for will pop if you’re rough. When no white streaks remain, you’re ready for cloud shaping.
Step 3: Baking the Cloud Bread
Scoop dollops onto your prepared sheet – I make mine about the size of a hamburger bun. Bake for exactly 25 minutes until they turn lightly golden. Resist opening the oven door! The sudden temperature drop makes them collapse (learned that the hard way). They’re done when they sound slightly hollow when tapped. Let them cool completely – they firm up as they sit.
Tips for Perfect Cloud Bread
Alright, let me share my hard-earned cloud bread wisdom after several batches that went from “fluffy dream” to “flat disaster” – these tips will save you so much frustration!
First – room temp ingredients are non-negotiable. Nothing sabotages cloud bread faster than cold cream cheese clumping in your egg whites. I leave mine out for at least 30 minutes or microwave for 10-second bursts (no cheating!).
Grease is the enemy – even a tiny bit of oil in your mixing bowl prevents proper peaks. I wipe mine down with lemon juice or vinegar first – sounds obsessive but trust me, it works!
Want rainbow cloud bread? Add gel food coloring when folding in cream cheese – liquid dyes make the batter weep. Pastel shades work beautifully – I did pastel blue for a Frozen-themed snack that made my niece lose her mind!
Topping ideas? Oh honey, the possibilities! For sweet: drizzle with honey, dust with cinnamon sugar, or sandwich with whipped cream and berries. Savory? Everything bagel seasoning while warm is life-changing, or melt cheese on top for cloud bread grilled cheese (mind blown!).
One last secret – bake several small batches rather than one big one. Cloud bread hates overcrowding and won’t crisp properly. Learned that after my first pancake-flat mega-batch fail!
Cloud Bread Variations
Oh, the fun begins when you start playing with cloud bread flavors! The basic recipe is like a blank canvas – here are my favorite ways to mix it up:
- Sweet cloud dreams: Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and a sprinkle of monkfruit sweetener when folding in the cream cheese. Top with cinnamon swirls before baking for “churro cloud bread” that smells like heaven!
- Savory herb puff: Fold in garlic powder, dried oregano, and a pinch of grated parmesan. Perfect for turkey sandwich “buns” – my husband grabs these straight from the cooling rack!
- Chocolate cloud heaven: Sift in 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder with the cream cheese. I sandwich these with whipped cream and raspberries for guilt-free mini whoopie pies.
If you’re living that keto life (like me most Mondays!), check out keto meal plan delivery services for more low-carb inspiration – they’ve got creative ways to use cloud bread in wraps and breakfast sandwiches that’ll make you forget regular bread exists!
Serving and Storing Cloud Bread
Fresh-from-the-oven cloud bread is basically edible happiness – that first bite when it’s still slightly warm with crispy edges? Perfection! But here’s the deal – cloud bread is like Cinderella at midnight. It’s absolute magic right after baking but loses some fluffiness as hours pass. I always tell my kids to eat it within 4 hours for maximum cloud-like texture (not that they need convincing!).
If you must store leftovers (unlikely in my hectic house!), pop them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days – any longer and they start getting chewy. For a quick refresh, I’ll toast slices lightly in my air fryer at 300°F for 1-2 minutes. Just enough to wake up those air pockets without turning them into crackers. Pro tip: Never microwave cold cloud bread unless you want sad, limp puddles – learned that lesson the messy way!
Cloud Bread FAQs
Okay, let’s tackle the most common cloud bread questions I get—because trust me, I’ve had every mishap possible happen in my kitchen with this recipe!
Can I make cloud bread without cream of tartar?
Yes, but your egg whites might be a little diva-like about it! Cream of tartar helps stabilize those perfect peaks, but in a pinch, you can use 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar instead. Just don’t skip a stabilizer completely unless you want flatter, sadder clouds (speaking from experience here). Without it, your peaks may droop faster than a toddler at bedtime.
Can I freeze cloud bread?
Oh honey, don’t do it! Cloud bread turns weepy and rubbery after freezing—like a melted snowman. It’s best fresh, but if you must store it, keep it in an airtight container at room temp for a day or two. Reheat gently in a toaster oven to bring back some crispness. My freezer experiments ended in soggy tragedies I’d rather not relive!
Why did my cloud bread deflate?
Usually one of three culprits: overmixing (that delicate egg foam collapses if you manhandle it), opening the oven door too early (they’ll sigh and give up), or humidity (on muggy days, I run my AC before baking). If your clouds pancake, check your mixing bowl was grease-free and your cream cheese was truly softened—lumps are sneaky deflators!
Can I make cloud bread ahead for meal planning?
It’s not ideal, but if you’re prepping for a keto meal plan, bake it the morning you’ll eat it. The texture changes fast—think of it like a soufflé with commitment issues. For grab-and-go breakfasts, I’ll bake a batch while my coffee brews—they cool by the time I’m dressed!
Nutritional Information
Alright, let’s talk numbers – because cloud bread almost feels too good to be true! Each fluffy piece comes in at just 35 calories. Here’s the delicious breakdown per serving:
- 2.5g fat (hello, satisfying cream cheese!)
- 1g carbs – basically magic for keto folks
- 2g protein from those mighty egg whites
Now, full disclosure – these numbers might do a little dance depending on your exact ingredients (like if you go wild with the cream cheese or use salted vs. unsalted). Different brands can tweak the counts slightly, but honestly? When something tastes this good AND fits into my macros, I’m not splitting hairs!
Share Your Cloud Bread Creations
Okay, I need to see your cloud bread masterpieces — the good, the bad, and the hilariously lopsided (we’ve all been there!). Snap a pic of those golden puffs and tag me @CarlasCooking or use #CloudBreadMagic so I can squeal over your creations! Did you make unicorn colors? Invent a crazy topping combo? I want to see it all. Your posts might even inspire my next kitchen experiment — last week, a follower’s pumpkin spice cloud bread sent me running to my spice cabinet! Let’s keep this fluffy trend going strong together.
Print3-Ingredient Cloud Bread
A fluffy, low-carb bread made with just three ingredients, perfect for keto diets and trending on TikTok.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the softened cream cheese until fully combined.
- Spoon the mixture into small rounds on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For colorful cloud bread, add a few drops of food dye before baking.
- Use sweet or savory toppings to customize the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg