Cottage Cheese Blueberry Cloud Bread
Light and airy cottage cheese blueberry cloud bread that's high in protein, low in carbs, and naturally gluten-free. Perfect for a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs separated
- ½ cup full-fat cottage cheese drained well and blended until smooth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 tablespoon powdered sweetener optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest optional
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain the cottage cheese by tilting the container and pouring off excess liquid. Blend until completely smooth.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, blended cottage cheese, cornstarch, sweetener, vanilla, and lemon zest.
- Gently fold the yolk mixture into the egg whites using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the batter.
- Fold in the blueberries gently at the very end.
- Use a ¼ cup measuring cup to scoop the batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Slightly flatten each mound.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy!
Notes
Best texture when eaten within 12 hours.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Pat frozen blueberries dry before using to avoid excess moisture.
Ensure bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry for proper egg white whipping.
Can substitute cream cheese for cottage cheese for a richer texture.
Sweetener is optional; blueberries provide natural sweetness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Pat frozen blueberries dry before using to avoid excess moisture.
Ensure bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry for proper egg white whipping.
Can substitute cream cheese for cottage cheese for a richer texture.
Sweetener is optional; blueberries provide natural sweetness.
