Description
Delightful cottage cheese cloud bread dances between light-as-air texture and creamy protein perfection. Clouds of whipped egg whites merge with tangy cheese, creating a low-carb marvel that delights health-conscious palates with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 3 large eggs, separated, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cottage cheese, blended until smooth
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon honey or sweetener
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Carefully separate egg whites and yolks into two distinct mixing bowls.
- Incorporate cream of tartar into egg whites. Using an electric mixer, whip the whites until they form firm, glossy peaks that hold their shape when the beater is lifted.
- In a separate bowl, blend egg yolks with cottage cheese, adding salt and any optional seasonings. Whisk until the mixture becomes uniformly smooth and creamy.
- Delicately fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture, adding in three gentle increments. Maintain the airiness of the whites by using a light folding technique to preserve the volume.
- Carefully distribute the airy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, creating 6-8 evenly sized rounds. Use the back of a spoon to smooth and shape each cloud bread into uniform circles.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Look for a golden-brown exterior that indicates proper cooking. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
Notes
- Whip egg whites with room temperature ingredients for maximum volume and stability.
- Use fresh, high-quality cottage cheese for the best texture and flavor enhancement.
- Try herbs or spices like chives, garlic powder, or dried basil to customize the cloud bread’s taste profile.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, reheating briefly to restore original softness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 200mg