Light-as-Air, Protein-Packed Snacks with a Berry Surprise!
These whipped egg white-based bites are naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and bursting with juicy blueberries—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a healthy dessert!
📝 Ingredients (Makes ~8 bites)
For the Cloud Bread:
- 3 large eggs, separated (room temp whites whip better!)
- ½ cup full-fat cottage cheese, drained & blended until smooth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar (stabilizes egg whites)
- 1 tbsp powdered sweetener (optional; omit if preferred)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp lemon zest
Fold-In:
- ½ cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, unthawed)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Whip Egg Whites
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites + cream of tartar until stiff peaks form (~3-4 mins).
3. Make Yolk Mixture
- In another bowl, whisk egg yolks, blended cottage cheese, cornstarch, sweetener, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
4. Fold & Bake
- Gently fold yolk mix into whites (don’t deflate!).
- Carefully fold in blueberries.
- Scoop ¼-cup mounds onto the sheet, spacing 2″ apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake 25-30 mins until golden and firm.
5. Serve
- Cool 5 mins—they’ll firm up further. Best eaten fresh!
🌟 Pro Tips
☁️ Fluffy Success Secrets:
- No cream of tartar? Substitute ½ tsp lemon juice.
- Separate eggs cold, then bring whites to room temp.
🫐 Berry Tips:
- Toss frozen blueberries in 1 tsp flour to prevent sinking.
- Swap berries: Try raspberries or diced strawberries.
⏳ Storage:
- Eat same day for best texture (they deflate over time).
- Refresh leftovers: Reheat at 300°F (150°C) for 5 mins.
❓ FAQs
1. Can I make these savory?
Omit sweetener & berries; add 1 tbsp grated Parmesan + ¼ tsp garlic powder.
2. Why did my bites collapse?
- Overmixed batter → Fold gently.
- Opened oven door too soon → Wait until 25 mins.
3. Can I use ricotta instead of cottage cheese?
Yes, but drain well and blend until smooth.
4. No cornstarch?
Use 1 tbsp almond flour (less fluffy but still works).
5. How to make vegan?
Try aquafaba (½ cup = 3 egg whites) + 2 tbsp vegan yogurt.
🍽️ Final Thoughts
These cloud bread bites are magically light yet satisfying—naturally sweet, protein-rich, and gluten-free. Perfect for meal prep or impressing guests!
“Like biting into a blueberry-flavored cloud!” ☁️💙
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