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How to prepare cloud bread, the spongy and colorful sweet that is a fantasy

It was last year's foodie trend at TikTok. So if you haven't prepared it at home yet, we show you the step by step.

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If there is one recipe that, year after year, causes a real furor on TikTok, it is cloud bread. In 2022, in fact, it was the king of food trends with more than three billion views, although its origins date back to the 1970s. This fluffy dessert, in addition to attracting attention for its colorful and colorful appearance, is also very popular for its delicious taste. Today we bring you the recipe step by step, in case you have not yet dared to prepare this fanciful cloud bread at home.

Cloud bread recipe

Ingredients:

  • 3 egg whites
  • 3 tablespoons of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Food coloring (optional, if you want it colorful)
  • Vanilla extract

Preparation:

  • Preheat the oven to about 160 °C.
  • Meanwhile, beat the egg whites until stiff. Then add the sugar and cornstarch. Finally, add the food coloring and vanilla extract.
  • Beat the mixture until it is thick and well integrated.
  • Then, form a ball in the shape of a cloud and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes.