Cloud Bread
Fluffy Three-Color Cloud Bread
Introducing the trending ‘Cloud Bread’ that’s all over social media! This bread is as light and fluffy as a cloud, melting in your mouth with every bite. While it might be a divisive treat, kids will absolutely love its vibrant colors and fun shape, making baking a delightful experience. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or a fun activity with your children!
Ingredients- 3 Egg Whites
- 35g Sugar
- 3g Vanilla Sugar (or regular sugar)
- 10g Cornstarch or Potato Starch
- Food Coloring (Pink)
- Food Coloring (Purple)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, measure and prepare all the ingredients needed for your cloud bread. Keeping the egg whites cold will help achieve a stable meringue.
Step 2
In a clean bowl, add the 3 egg whites. Use an electric mixer or whisk to beat them until large, foamy bubbles form. As the foam starts to build, gradually add the 35g of sugar and 3g of vanilla sugar in 2-3 additions, continuing to whip.
Step 3
Whip until you achieve a stiff, glossy meringue. It should hold its shape and not slide out when the bowl is inverted. Add the 10g of sifted starch and gently fold it in using a spatula or the lowest speed setting on your mixer. Be careful not to deflate the meringue. Mix just until combined and no lumps of starch remain.
Step 4
Divide the finished meringue into three equal portions. To two of the portions, add the pink and purple food coloring separately. Quickly mix each with a spatula or the lowest speed setting on your mixer until the color is evenly distributed and no streaks remain. Leave the third portion white.
Step 5
Feel free to use any food coloring you like, and adjust the intensity by adding more or less color. You now have three colorful meringue mixtures ready to go.
Step 6
Line an oven tray with parchment paper. Using a spoon or piping bag, carefully place the purple meringue onto the parchment paper in a round shape, filling the base of your planned cloud. Aim for a moderate thickness, not too thin.
Step 7
Next, layer the pink meringue on top of the purple meringue, creating another round shape that slightly overlaps the purple layer. This layering will give the bread its cloud-like appearance.
Step 8
Finally, top with the white meringue in a round shape over the pink meringue. Continue layering to create a fluffy, cloud-like form.
Step 9
Tip: For extra color variation, you can take a small portion of the white meringue and gently mix in a tiny amount of green or yellow food coloring for a marbled effect before adding it to the pan. Once all the meringue is layered, use a spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the top into a rounded, cloud-like shape. Ensuring a consistent shape is key to the ‘cloud’ look.
Step 10
Bake in a preheated oven at 150°C (300°F) for 30 to 35 minutes. Try not to open the oven door frequently while baking, as this can cause the bread to collapse. Watch as it puffs up like a cloud.
Step 11
Your cloud bread is ready when the top has a slight golden-brown color! Remove from the oven, let it cool completely, and then enjoy this visually delightful and wonderfully textured treat. You’ll have a crispy exterior with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth interior.
