Best Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread (5 Ingredients Only, No Flour!)

This Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread recipe results in a fluffy bread that doesn’t include flour and is perfect for satisfying the sweet tooth of those on a gluten-free diet. This bread utilizes whipped egg whites and cornstarch for structure while honey and chocolate chips offer sweetness. Whether you want to eat this for a dessert or as a snack, this cloud bread will satisfy your desire for chocolate and something sweet.

Making this cloud bread is very easy. It begins with whipping the egg whites until they are foamy, and then mixing in the honey and cornstarch until stiff peaks form. Finally, chocolate chips get folded into the egg white mixture before being baked in the oven. The fluffiness of this bread makes it airy and easy to eat! It will likely become a go-to recipe whenever you want something gluten-free that is also sweet and delicious.

What is Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread?

Cloud bread emerged in recent years as a lower carb, higher protein alternative to traditional bread. It usually contains only egg whites, cornstarch, and some sugar, and is often served as a savory bread rather than a sweet one. Some cloud bread recipes don’t include any flour, cornstarch, or sugar at all, particularly if they are aimed at people on a keto diet who need to keep carbs low or eliminated entirely.

This version of cloud bread includes honey for added sweetness along with chocolate chips which add some richness to the bread. The cornstarch helps stabilize the egg whites and gives structure to the bread.

Pro Tips

• Room temperature egg whites whip up better than ones that are cold from the fridge.
• When whipping the egg whites, make sure your bowl and beaters are very clean as any residues may inhibit the egg whites from whipping up.
• If you don’t love honey, you can easily replace it with maple syrup.
• Use whichever chocolate chips you prefer in this cloud bread such as dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, or semi-sweet chocolate chips.
• If you want to make sure your cloud breads are equal sizes, you can measure portions of the egg white mixture with measuring cups.
• You will know the cloud bread is baked when inserted skewers come out clean and they are browned.

What to Serve with Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread?

This cloud bread is perfect served with freshly brewed coffee or a pot of tea. However, if you would like to make it a little more special, you can serve the bread with your favorite breakfast spreads such as jams, honey, or nutella.

What Does Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread Taste Like?

Cloud bread has a light, fluffy, and airy texture, and egg white flavor. The honey and chocolate chips add sweetness and richness, which makes this cloud bread truly special.

Can I Add Other Ingredients to Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread?

Yes, you definitely could! If you would prefer to add other sweet ingredients to the bread, you could stir in dried fruit like dried cranberries, cherries, or apricots, along with some chopped nuts such as pistachios.

Why Are My Egg Whites Not Forming Stiff Peaks?

If you find that your egg whites aren’t whipping to stiff peaks, it could be that some egg yolk got into the egg whites or that there was still some oily residue on your bowl or beaters. Make sure that you separate the eggs so that there isn’t any yolk in them and that the bowl and beaters you use are very clean.

How to Store Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread

This cloud bread should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge where it should stay fresh for 2 to 4 days.

Alternatively, you can place it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cloud Bread

Whip the egg white in a bowl until they are foamy. Add the honey and vanilla bean, and sift the cornstarch over top. Beat until the egg whites form stiff peaks.

Gently fold the chocolate chips into the cloud bread. Dollop small mounds of the egg white mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake them in a 180 C (356 F) oven until an inserted skewer comes out clean, about 15 minutes.

Allow the cloud bread to cool before serving.