If you’re looking for a cloud bread recipe that’s fluffy, low-carb, and incredibly easy to make, you’ve found it. This light, airy bread comes together in under 30 minutes with just 3 ingredients — perfect for keto and gluten-free diets.
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What is cloud bread?
Cloud bread is a light, airy bread substitute made without flour. It gets its name from its soft, cloud-like texture. Popular in the keto community as a low-carb alternative to regular bread — but anyone can enjoy it. It’s naturally gluten-free, grain-free, and takes under 30 minutes from start to finish.
According to Healthline, ketogenic diets restrict carbs to under 20–50g per day — making this flourless bread an ideal staple for anyone following a low-carb lifestyle.
Ingredients (3 only)
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 3 oz (85g) cream cheese, softened at room temperature
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
Optional: ½ tsp garlic powder, everything bagel seasoning, or dried herbs for extra flavor.
How to make cloud bread (step-by-step)
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Separate egg whites from yolks into two clean, dry bowls.
- Mix softened cream cheese into the yolks until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
- Add cream of tartar to the egg whites. Beat with a hand mixer on high until stiff peaks form — about 3–4 minutes.
- Gently fold the yolk mixture into the whites using a spatula. Use slow strokes — do not overmix or you’ll deflate the peaks.
- Spoon 6 equal rounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 25 minutes until lightly golden on top. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for fluffy texture
Is cloud bread keto?
100% keto-friendly
Each piece contains approximately 1g net carb — a perfect fit for ketogenic and low-carb diets.
Yes, this fluffy bread is fully keto-friendly. It’s also gluten-free, grain-free, and sugar-free. The only carbs come from the small amount of cream cheese, which is negligible per serving. Nutritional values below are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database.
| Nutrient | Per piece (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~55 kcal |
| Net carbs | 1g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Fiber | 0g |
Common mistakes to avoid
- ✕ Not beating egg whites long enough — soft peaks won’t hold the structure.
- ✕ Using cold cream cheese — always soften to room temperature first.
- ✕ Overmixing when folding — use a spatula with slow, deliberate strokes.
- ✕ Skipping parchment paper — the rolls will stick and tear on a bare pan.
- ✕ Opening the oven door during baking — temperature drop causes immediate collapse.
