Cheddar and Jalapeño Cloud Bread
Fluffy, low-carb cloud bread infused with sharp cheddar and spicy jalapeño, perfect as a keto-approved sandwich base or snack. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs large eggs, cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3, separated large eggs
- 3 tbsp, softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup, shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 small, finely chopped jalapeño pepper
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp (optional) garlic powder
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, beat 3 large egg whites and 1/4 tsp cream of tartar with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix 3 large egg yolks with 3 tbsp softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 small finely chopped jalapeño, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder until smooth.
- Step 4: Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Step 5: Spoon 6 equal mounds of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into rounds about 3-4 inches wide.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden on top and cooked through. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.
- Step 7: Use as sandwich bread or enjoy them plain as a savory keto snack.








