Save A light, fluffy, and visually stunning cloud bread featuring vibrant rainbow colors—perfect for a fun breakfast or party treat.
I first made rainbow cloud bread for my niece's birthday party. Watching the kids marvel at their colorful sandwiches made baking this recipe feel truly special.
Ingredients
- Egg Mixture: 3 large eggs (separated), 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar (optional for stability), 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Color Additions: Red, yellow, blue, and green gel food coloring (or desired colors)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven:
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whip Egg Whites:
- In a large clean bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks develop.
- Mix Yolks:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine:
- Gently fold egg yolk mixture into whipped egg whites. Do not deflate the mixture.
- Color Batter:
- Divide batter evenly into bowls for each color. Add gel food coloring to each bowl and fold gently.
- Shape & Bake:
- Spoon colorful dollops onto lined baking sheet side by side for a rainbow effect. Swirl gently for marbled look. Bake for 25 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Cool & Serve:
- Allow to cool before removing from sheet. Serve immediately for best texture.
Save We enjoyed making this together over the weekend. My family loved customizing their own rainbow swirls before baking.
Serving Suggestions
Try topping your cloud bread with whipped cream and fresh berries for an extra treat. It also works great as a creative sandwich base for breakfast or lunch.
Flavor Variations
For new flavors, add almond, lemon, or coconut extract to the batter. Feel free to combine colors for more unique marbled patterns.
Required Tools
You will need an electric or stand mixer, mixing bowls, spatula, baking sheet, and parchment paper.
Save Brighten your day with this airy cloud bread. The delightful rainbow colors make every bite extra fun!
Kitchen Tips & Answers
- → How do I achieve fluffy cloud bread?
Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form and gently fold in other ingredients to avoid deflation for maximum fluffiness.
- → Can I use liquid food coloring instead of gel?
Gel food colors provide more vibrant hues without affecting batter consistency, but liquid types may be used sparingly.
- → Is cloud bread suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, this bread is naturally gluten-free since it uses cornstarch and does not require wheat flour.
- → How should I serve rainbow cloud bread?
Serve fresh with berries, whipped cream, or as a fun sandwich base. Enjoy its colorful appearance and light texture.
- → What can I use to flavor cloud bread?
Add almond, lemon, coconut, or vanilla extracts for extra flavor. Adjust the sugar for desired sweetness.
- → Why should cloud bread be served immediately?
Cloud bread has the fluffiest texture when fresh; cooling may cause it to lose some airiness and softness.