Cloud Bread Recipe
About this recipe
Cloud bread is a light and fluffy alternative to traditional bread, made primarily from egg whites, sugar, and cornstarch. This recipe is trending on TikTok for its unique texture and appearance, making it a fun and visually appealing option for those looking to try something different in the kitchen.
The beauty of this cloud bread lies in its simplicity and the ability to customize it with food coloring and vanilla extract, giving it a personal touch. It's perfect for those who want a low-carb bread-like experience without the heaviness of regular bread.
Ingredient notes
- Use room temperature egg whites for better volume when whisking.
- Sugar can be measured as 30g, which is equivalent to 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons.
- Cornstarch is measured at 10g, which is 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon.
Tips from The Cooking Foodie’s video
- Whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they are foamy before gradually adding the cornstarch and sugar to achieve stiff peaks.
- If you want to add food coloring or vanilla extract, do it after adding the cornstarch and before adding the sugar.
Good to know
- How long does it take to make cloud bread?
- The total time to make cloud bread is about 30 minutes.
- What is the yield of this recipe?
- This recipe yields 1 loaf of cloud bread.
- What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
- Preheat the oven to 300F (150C) before baking the cloud bread.
- Can I add flavorings to the cloud bread?
- Yes, you can add vanilla extract and food coloring to the egg white mixture.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to The Cooking Foodie: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 300F (150C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy. Gradually add cornstarch, then sugar, continuing to whisk until stiff peaks form. If desired, add food coloring and vanilla extract at this stage.
- 3
Spread the egg white mixture over the parchment paper and bake for about 25-26 minutes.
- 4
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity for vanilla extract and food coloring is inferred as 1 teaspoon each, which is a common amount for flavoring and coloring in recipes.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from The Cooking Foodie’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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