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If you’re looking for a super low-carb replacement for bread, try this easy keto cloud bread recipe! These rolls are less than 1 net carb each, and you only need 4 ingredients to make them.
Who says you can’t enjoy bread on a keto diet?
In fact, there are TONS of different ways to make low carb breads. One option is to replace high carb all-purpose flour with a low carb flour. You can make coconut flour bread, almond flour bread, or a low carb bread that combines them both!
But even low carb flours still have some carbs. Each slice will be around 2-3 net carbs.
If you truly want a nearly no carb bread that’s easy to make, you have to try keto cloud bread.
This recipe takes less than 15 minutes to make, and you only need 4 ingredients! Just whip up the batter, bake, and cool. Then, you’ll be ready to enjoy your bread.
How many carbs are in each roll
So just how low carb is this cloud bread recipe?
Looking at the ingredients may give you a hint. All you need is eggs, cream cheese, a dash of salt, and a pinch of cream of tartar.
In fact, if you make 6 total rolls, each one will only have 0.6 net carbs! So you can enjoy them as a super low carb snack with a little butter on top, or you can make them part of a bigger meal.
Wondering what cloud bread keto friendly toppings to try? For a yummy breakfast treat, slather them with some raspberry chia jam. Or for a tasty lunch, top them with keto pizza sauce and some mozzarella for a quick keto pizza!
With nearly zero carbs, there are so many possibilities.
How to make keto cloud bread
Ready to see how easy it is to make this keto cloud bread recipe? Just follow these simple steps.
Prepare the batter
- Separate the eggs into two bowls.
- Add the cream cheese and salt to the bowl with the egg yolks and blend well with an electric mixer.
- Sprinkle cream of tartar on the egg whites if desired. It’s optional, but will definitely help the egg whites maintain stay fluffy, so I strongly recommend it.
- Whip the egg whites with a clean electric mixer until very stiff, about 5 minutes.
- Gradually fold the egg yolk mixture into the white mixture using a spatula. Try not to break down the egg whites, you want the mixture to stay fluffy.
Baking and cooling
- Spoon 6 mounds of the mixture onto a baking pan lined with parchment paper or a silicone liner. For taller rolls, leave as is. For denser rolls, flatten each mound slightly.
- Bake at 300°F for about 25-30 minutes. You don’t want to over bake cloud bread or the rolls can become crumbly.
- Remove from the oven and cool on the baking pan for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack and allow to cool completely.
Be sure to let your cloud bread fully cool before you dive in! This will ensure the best texture.
How to store cloud bread
You can store cloud bread at room temperature or in the refrigerator depending on how soon you plan to eat the rolls.
If you want to keep them in the refrigerator, let them cool and dry at room temperature for at least a day. Then, place them in a container or bag that is not completely sealed.
Some readers have also said that putting wax paper between the rolls keeps them from sticking to each other.
To store them for longer, you can also freeze them. I like to keep them in freezer bags with two rolls per bag. When I’m ready to use them, I just let them thaw at room temperature.
How long will keto cloud bread keep
Cloud bread can be stored at room temperature if you plan to eat it within a few days.
To keep the bread fresh for up to a week, I recommend storing in the refrigerator. And for the longest storage, freezing is your best option.
What does cloud bread taste like
As long as you don’t deflate the egg whites too much, cloud bread will be light and airy with a neutral taste.
Because eggs are a main ingredient, cloud bread does have an eggy taste. However, most people don’t mind it. I find the cream cheese lessens the egg taste.
To add in more flavor, you can fold in your favorite herbs and spices or sprinkle them on top before baking. Garlic powder and onion powder are popular. Some have also added active dry yeast or nutritional yeast to give a more bread-like flavor.
Another reader suggested adding low carb sweetener and cinnamon for a sweeter treat!
Feel free to have some fun adding different flavors.
How to make thicker
To have the best bread consistency, be very gentle folding the yolk mix into the egg whites. You don’t want the egg whites to break down too much.
For taller bread, try to scoop the batter into tall mounds on your baking pan.
If you really want thicker cloud bread, you could modify the recipe by adding almond flour. Simply reduce the cream cheese to 2.5 ounces and mix in ¼ cup of almond flour to the egg yolk mixture.
This will add some carbs to the recipe, but the bread will have more texture. This is a good idea if you want to use cloud bread for something like buns for a big cheeseburger!
Who created cloud bread?
Egg bread has actually been around for a long time. I’m pretty sure the original was the Basic Diet Revolution Rolls recipe found in the 1972 version of the Dr. Atkins Diet Revolution book.
The original recipe called for cottage cheese. When Jamie at Your Lighter Side accidentally used cream cheese instead, she called her creation Oopsie bread.
Oopsie bread and cloud bread have been a popular part of the low carb community ever since.
Other recipes to try
Looking for more recipes for keto breads, muffins, or cakes that are super easy to make? Check out a few of these favorites:
- Keto Cheese Danish turns easy cloud bread into a delicious, low carb treat to enjoy any time of day!
- Muffin in a Mug is an easy way to make a keto and gluten free muffin in less than two minutes.
- Keto Mug Brownie is the perfect way to satisfy your chocolate craving in just a matter of minutes!
- Cloud Bread Cake is another delicious use for cloud bread that’s made with a coffee frosting.
- Keto Mini Waffles only require a few main ingredients and can be made 8 different ways!
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Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 3 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 dash salt
- 1 pinch cream of tartar preferred but not required
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F. Line baking pan with parchment paper or silicone liner.
- Separate the eggs into separate bowl.
- Add the cream cheese and salt to the yolks. Blend well with an electric mixer.
- Sprinkle cream of tartar on the egg whites if desired. Whip with a clean electric mixer until very stiff.
- Using a spatula, gradually fold the egg yolk mixture into the white mixture. Try not to break down the egg white, you want it to stay fluffy.
- Spoon 6 mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking pan. Flatten each mound slightly.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes. Do not over bake or they can become crumbly.
- Cool on the baking pan for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- To keep soft, store them in a big zipper bag. Storing in the refrigerator or freezer keeps them fresh longer.
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Post updated in March 2019. Originally published in April 8, 2016.
Elaine
I made them for first time but followed the egg fast booklet recipe instead of website….tried whipping egg yolks and cheese until stiff….Needless to say it didn’t happen but they still turned out great. Let them cool and placed in tub separated by greaseproof paper but next day when I brought them in for lunch they were all soft and soggy? I’ve no idea what I did wrong? Definitely not bread texture as they fell apart
Lisa MarcAurele
I store them in an open container in the fridge. They will get soft and soggy if enclosed.
Betty
Making cloud bread but I only have small eggs rather than large, should I use 4 instead of three?
Lisa MarcAurele
That should be fine to use if your eggs are small. The recipe was done with large eggs.
Kara
These worked perfectly and super easy to make. I added italian seasoning and granulated garlic and they are amazing. Will be making these again! I wonder if you could add parmesan cheese to the batter or sprinkle on top before cooking?
Lisa MarcAurele
I don’t see why you couldn’t add cheese. Sounds like a great add!
Margaret Miller
Just made the Oopsie Bread for the first time. So easy and they are very scrummy. Will make a lot of these. Thankyou
Monica
How did you make such perfectly shaped rolls? Mine were ugly but delicous!
Lisa MarcAurele
I just spoon them onto the lined pan. Nothing special, but it does help to use the back of the spoon to gently shape into circles.
John
First time it lost consistancy
I whipped till strong peak n folded in
Came out more watery
How did u maintain it clumpy
Lisa MarcAurele
The cream of tartar helps maintain the stiffness. You also need to be very gentle when folding.
James Cruickshank
Omg, omg,omg,omg,omg,omg,omg- I just made these and did I mention OMFG!!!! Fantastic
Pearl
Hi can l make this in a loaf tin x
Lisa MarcAurele
It should work in a tin, but I haven’t tested it out that way myself.
Terrie
Looking for very easy recipes for dinner , lunch menu’s.
Lisa MarcAurele
You can check out more of the recipes here by linking on the menu items.
Cindy Meadows
Love the recipe
Ann
Am loving the Keto recipes.
NOURELDIN
CAN I ADD PSYLLIUM HUSK ?
Lisa MarcAurele
A small amount should be fine.
Andrew
Lisa, I love the fact that you combined nutrition info with, ingredients used, equipment needed along with a great instructional recipe! Thank-you!
Mya
Trouble with consistency.. how long do I whip the white and cream of tartar?
Not sure if mix time affects the recipe
Eggs- how many if medium size eggs?
Lisa MarcAurele
It depends on the mixer as I find stand mixers seem to do it faster than hand mixers. It can take several minutes.
Lynne
And where exactly does it say cream cheese
Lisa MarcAurele
Cream cheese is listed as an ingredient in the recipe.
Lorne Anderson
I can’t find a save area around. Looks very good. Wish I had a way to save this recipe.
Lisa MarcAurele
I’m looking to incorporate that feature.
Betsy Cozzarin
Just book mark it on your computer.
Brandy
Use the print button, again use the print button from the preview page, then click the printer selected. I get a drop down menu . Choose to save as a PDF file. Click the save icon and it will give you the option to rename.
Pauline
Can you use quartz in cloud bread instead of cream cheese
Lisa MarcAurele
Do you mean quark cheese? I’ve never used that but it’s worth a try.
Judy
Fabulous! We loved it.
Steward
These cloud bread rolls are really good