The Best Cloud Bread Recipe: Low carb, keto, low-fat, gluten-free, grain-free bread you can use for sandwiches on a low-carb diet!

Stack of cloud bread on a marble surface.

Why We Love This Cloud Bread Recipe

Cloud Bread is high in protein and extremely low in carbs, making it the perfect sandwich bread for those on a low carb, gluten free, or grain free diet.

Each “slice” is baked separately and has a soufflé-like texture when it first comes out of the oven. After a couple hours, the texture becomes more bread like, so you won’t even miss traditional wheat bread.

I’ve been pretty impressed with cloud bread. I wish I knew who invented it, so I could give them credit, and possibly and little bow of respect. I’ve heard it originally came into existence during the Atkins era.

I believe that this is The Best Cloud Bread Recipe because of the seasoning. When cloud bread is unseasoned, or even flavored with sugar and sweet spices like vanilla as I’ve seen in some recipes, it tastes more like a dessert than bread.

Cloud Bread is all the rage right now. It’s a soft airy bread made with only eggs, a little cream cheese (some people use cottage cheese), and cream of tartar. Honestly, other than seasoning, that’s it for this cloud bread recipe! Adding a little sea salt, garlic powder, and dried herbs makes all the difference.

Pieces of cloud bread stacked on top of each other with one of them ripped in half to show the inside.

Ingredients You Need

This fluffy cloud bread recipe uses simple ingredients to make a savory keto bread! Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Eggs – separate the egg yolks and the whites
  • Cream of Tartar – to stabilize the fluffy egg whites
  • Cream Cheese – use low fat cream cheese to keep this cloud bread as healthy as possible
  • Italian Seasoning – for extra flavor
  • Salt – balances out all of the flavors
  • Garlic Powder – adds a savory flavor
Piece of cloud bread on a large white plate.

How to Make the Best Cloud Bread Recipe

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. If you have a convection oven, set it on convect. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

Separate the egg whites and egg yolks. Place the whites in a stand mixer with a whip attachment, or a large bowl with a hand mixer. Add the cream of tartar and whisk on high until the froth turns into stiff peaks. Move to a separate bowl.

Whipped egg yolks with Italian seasoning in a stand mixer bowl.

Place the cream cheese in an empty stand mixer bowl. Beat on high to soften. Then add the egg yolks one at a time to incorporate. Scrape the bowl and beat until the mixture is completely smooth. Then beat in the Italian seasoning, salt, and garlic powder.

Gently fold the firm meringue into the yolk mixture. Try to deflate the meringue as little as possible, so the mixture is still firm and foamy. Spoon 1/4 cup portions of the foam onto the prepared baking sheets and spread into even 4-inch circles, 3/4 inch high. Make sure to leave space around each circle.

Bake on convect for 15-18 minutes, or in a conventional oven for up to 30 minutes. The bread should be golden on the outside and firm. The center should not jiggle when shaken. Cool for several minutes on the baking sheets, then remove and serve!

Whipped egg whites being folded into the egg yolk mixture.

Tips and Tricks

Here are few tips for making cloud bread:

  • When making The Best Cloud Bread Recipe, make sure to whip the egg whites and cream of tartar first. It needs to be extremely firm for the bread to bake successfully. The cream of tartar acts as a stabilizer.
  • Then beat the cream cheese, egg yolks, and seasoning separately. This mixture needs to be perfectly smooth.
  • Go easy on the garlic powder the first time you make it. I like adding 1/2 teaspoon, but that might be a little much for some palates.
  • Make sure to line the baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat! These are prone to sticking, since they are low in fat. Avoid lining the baking sheets with foil.
Cloud bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper after being baked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cloud bread gluten-free?

Yes! Cloud bread is gluten-free, low carb, and grain free. It’s safe for just about any diet!

Why didn’t my egg whites whip up?

Egg whites are extremely sensitive to fat! If there are traces of egg yolks in the whites, or maybe some oil or fat in the bowl or on the whip attachment, then the egg whites will not whip up into stiff peaks. Make sure everything is super clean and clear of fats for the egg whites to get fluffy!

How long do you bake cloud bread?

Bake cloud bread for 15-18 minutes in a convection oven, or for about 30 minutes in a conventional oven.

How do you store low carb bread?

Cloud bread should be stored in the fridge. This best cloud bread recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days. However, the texture is best if eaten within 12 hours of baking.

Piece of cloud bread on a baking sheet with more bread in the background.

Different Ways to Use Cloud Bread

This keto cloud bread recipe is good for more than just sandwiches! Try using cloud bread with these other uses:

  • Toast – top with butter, or honey. But be careful when toasting, cloud bread can quickly turn to ash…
  • Soup – find yourself a veggie-based soup for healthy reasons and try dipping your bread in.
  • Pizza – make mini pizzas with your low-carb bread.
  • Breadsticks – sprinkle with cheese and a little olive oil or butter to make delicious breadsticks!
Stack of many pieces of cloud bread.

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The Best Cloud Bread Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
The Best Cloud Bread Recipe: Low carb, keto, low fat, gluten-free, grain-free bread you can use for sandwiches on a low carb diet!
Servings: 10 pieces

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. If you have a convection oven, set on convect. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Separate the egg whites and egg yolks. Place the whites in a stand mixer with a whip attachment. Add the cream of tartar and beat on high until the froth turns into firm meringue peaks. Move to a separate bowl.
  • Place the cream cheese in the empty stand mixing bowl. Beat on high to soften. Then add the egg yolks one at a time to incorporate. Scrape the bowl and beat until the mixture is completely smooth. Then beat in the Italian seasoning, salt, and garlic powder.
  • Gently fold the firm meringue into the yolk mixture. Try to deflate the meringue as little as possible, so the mixture is still firm and foamy. Spoon 1/4 cup portions of the foam onto the baking sheets and spread into even 4-inch circles, 3/4 inch high. Make sure to leave space around each circle.
  • Bake on convect for 15-18 minutes, or in a conventional oven for up to 30 minutes. The bread should be golden on the outside and firm. The center should not jiggle when shaken. Cool for several minutes on the baking sheets, then move and serve!

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Notes

1) The Best Cloud Bread Recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days. However the texture is best if eaten within 12 hours of baking.
2) Go easy on the garlic powder the first time you make it. I like adding 1/2 teaspoon, but that might be a little much for some palates.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice, Calories: 36kcal, Carbohydrates: 0g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 68mg, Sodium: 167mg, Potassium: 63mg, Sugar: 0g, Vitamin A: 125IU, Calcium: 18mg, Iron: 0.3mg
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Author: Sommer Collier
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