A Light and Delicious Low-Carb Recipe
Fluffy Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread is a light and delicious low-carb recipe that’s perfect for those looking for a healthier bread option. These airy and fluffy bread clouds are easy to make and can be customized with various herbs and spices for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Low-Carb
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably full-fat for creaminess)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Optional Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (like chives or parsley)
Additional:
- Cooking spray or parchment paper for baking
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Prepare Cottage Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of cottage cheese. Blend if desired for a smoother texture.
- Separate Eggs: Crack 3 large eggs, separating the yolks from the whites. Keep the whites in a separate bowl.
- Prepare Egg Whites: Add 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar to the egg whites.
- Mix Ingredients: Mix the cottage cheese and egg yolks until well combined. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper if using.
- Add Herbs: Fold in chopped fresh herbs if desired.
- Whip Egg Whites: Whip the egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cottage cheese mixture until just combined.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it with cooking spray.
- Scoop Batter: Scoop the batter onto the baking sheet, forming 4-6 mounds about 1/2 inch thick.
- Smooth Tops: Smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Cool: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding different herbs and spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread, Low-Carb Bread, Fluffy Bread Recipe
