Zero Net Carbs
Gluten-Free • Plant-Free • Sugar-Free
INGREDIENTS (EXACT MEASUREMENTS)
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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4 tablespoons butter, melted & slightly cooled
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¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
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½ teaspoon unflavored beef gelatin (optional but highly recommended for structure)
Do NOT use baking powder, almond flour, psyllium, or cream cheese — those break carnivore.
EQUIPMENT
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Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
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2 mixing bowls
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Silicone spatula
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Small loaf pan (8×4 inch)
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Parchment paper
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1: Preheat Oven
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Set oven to 350°F (175°C)
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Line loaf pan with parchment paper
STEP 2: Separate Eggs
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Place whites in a clean, dry bowl
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Place yolks in a second bowl
Any yolk in whites will prevent proper whipping.
STEP 3: Whip Egg Whites
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Beat whites on high speed
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Whip until stiff peaks form
(When you lift the beater, peaks stand straight)
About 3–5 minutes
STEP 4: Prepare Yolk Mixture
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Add melted butter to yolks
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Add salt and gelatin
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Whisk until smooth and creamy
If using gelatin: sprinkle it in while whisking to avoid clumps.
STEP 5: Fold (VERY IMPORTANT)
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Add yolk mixture to egg whites in 3 parts
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Gently fold, do NOT stir
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Keep as much air as possible
STEP 6: Bake
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Pour batter into prepared loaf pan
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Smooth top gently
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Bake 30–35 minutes
Bread should be golden on top Center should feel firm
STEP 7: Cool Completely
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Remove from pan
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Cool 10–15 minutes before slicing
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Bread firms as it cools
TEXTURE & USES
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Light, airy crumb
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Holds shape when sliced
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Toasts beautifully in butter or tallow
Perfect for:
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Burger buns
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Breakfast sandwiches
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Buttered toast
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Carnivore grilled cheese (with hard cheese)
AIR FRYER METHOD
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Temperature: 320°F (160°C)
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Time: 18–22 minutes
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Use small lined pan
PRO TIPS
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For denser bread → add 1 extra yolk
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For extra crisp toast → pan-fry in beef tallow
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Freeze slices individually for easy reheating
NUTRITION (Approx. per slice – 8 slices)
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Calories: ~95
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Fat: 8g
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Protein: 5g
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Carbs: 0g
