Description
Discover how to make Fluffy Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread! This easy, low-carb, and gluten-free recipe uses just a few simple ingredients to create a light and airy bread alternative.
Ingredients
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- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese, blended until smooth
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder (optional, for structure)
- 1 teaspoon honey or a pinch of sweetener (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Setting the Stage for Baking
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Line Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents the cloud bread from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
2. Whip the Egg Whites: Achieving Stiff Peaks for Airy Texture
- Separate Eggs: Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks, placing the whites in a clean, grease-free mixing bowl and the yolks in a separate bowl.
- Tip: Make sure no yolk gets into the whites, as this can prevent them from whipping properly.
- Add Cream of Tartar: Add ¼ teaspoon of cream of tartar to the egg whites.
- Beat Egg Whites: Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Stiff Peaks: The egg whites are whipped to stiff peaks when they stand straight up when you lift the beaters, and they have a glossy sheen. This should take several minutes.
3. Mix the Yolks and Cottage Cheese: Creating the Flavor Base
- Blend Cottage Cheese: If you haven’t already, blend the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until it’s completely smooth. This creates a more consistent texture in the bread.
- Combine Ingredients: In the bowl with the egg yolks, add the blended cottage cheese, ½ teaspoon of salt, the optional cornstarch or arrowroot powder (for added structure), and the optional honey or sweetener.
- Mix Until Smooth: Mix these ingredients together until they are well combined and smooth.
4. Combine the Mixtures: Gently Folding for Fluffiness
- Add Egg Whites in Thirds: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk and cottage cheese mixture in three additions.
- Folding Technique: Use a rubber spatula to carefully fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture. Cut through the center of the mixture with the spatula, then fold the bottom over the top, incorporating the egg whites without deflating them.
- Maintain Air: The goal is to incorporate the egg whites while maintaining as much air as possible for a light and fluffy texture. Avoid overmixing, which can make the bread tough.
5. Shape the Cloud Bread: Forming the Rounds
- Scoop Mixture: Scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming 6-8 small rounds. You can also make larger pieces if you prefer.
- Tip: Use a large spoon or an ice cream scoop to portion out the mixture.
- Shape with Spoon: Use the back of a spoon to shape the mounds evenly, smoothing out any peaks.
6. Bake the Cloud Bread: Achieving a Golden-Brown Finish
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
- Check for Doneness: The cloud bread is done when it’s golden brown and set. It should feel firm to the touch.
7. Cool and Serve: Enjoying Your Light and Airy Creation
- Cool Completely: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cloud bread cool completely on the baking sheet before serving. This allows it to firm up and prevents it from sticking to the parchment paper.
- Serve: Once cooled, gently peel the Fluffy Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread off the parchment paper and serve.