It seems that we are talking about the popular “Cloud Cake” recipe, which is a hit with everyone who watches their figure or sugar levels. This dessert is fascinating because, despite the absence of flour and sugar, it tastes like a delicate mousse or cheesecake.
Here is the “miracle” recipe that is ready in a few minutes:
☁️ Cloud Cake with 4 Ingredients
This dessert is based on protein and healthy fats, which means it will fill you up and not cause an insulin roller coaster.
What you will need:
Eggs (3-4 pcs): Separate yolks and whites.
Cream cheese or soft cottage cheese (approx. 120-150g): Low-fat version helps keep cholesterol in check.
Natural sweetener: Erythritol or stevia (for zero glycemic index).
Lemon juice or zest: For freshness and better stability of the snow.
👩🍳 Procedure in brief:
The snow is the base: Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt and lemon juice until stiff, shiny snow.
Creamy part: Mix the egg yolks with cream cheese (or cottage cheese) and sweetener until smooth.
Connection: Very carefully, spoon by spoon, work the snow into the yolk mixture. You have to do it gently to keep as much air in the dough as possible – that’s the secret to the “puffiness”.
Baking: Bake in an oven preheated to about 150-160 °C for about 30-40 minutes (until the surface is golden).
Why is this recipe so popular?
No flour: Ideal for celiacs and low-carb diets.
High protein content: Eggs and cottage cheese will fill you up for a longer time, so you won’t be craving another sweet treat an hour later.
Low cholesterol: If you’re concerned about cholesterol, you can use low-fat Greek yogurt or ricotta instead of full-fat cheese, which have less saturated fat.
My tip: To make the cake even better, serve it with a handful of fresh blueberries or raspberries. They are low in sugar, high in fiber, and perfectly complement the delicate flavor of the cake.
Do you prefer this “cheesy” version reminiscent of cheesecake, or would you be interested in a pure chocolate mousse variant (also without flour and sugar)?