Description
Light, airy, and protein-packed cloud bread made with cottage cheese for a perfect low-carb snack or sandwich alternative.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- 3. In another bowl, blend the egg yolks, cottage cheese, honey or sugar (if using), and salt until smooth.
- 4. Gently fold the yolk mixture into the whipped egg whites, being careful not to deflate them.
- 5. Spoon the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in mounds, shaping into rounds about 1/2 inch thick.
- 6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cloud breads are golden and set.
- 7. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- 8. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Notes
- For a savory twist, add garlic powder or herbs to the yolk mixture.
- Blend the cottage cheese thoroughly for a smoother texture.
- These cloud breads are great for low-carb sandwiches or as a light snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cloud bread
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: cloud bread, cottage cheese, low-carb, keto, protein snack