Loaf pan (9x5 inch) A metal or glass loaf pan works best. If you don’t have one, try using a muffin tin for individual sandwich “buns.”
Hand mixer or stand mixer Whipping the eggs for fluffiness is key. You can whisk by hand, but it takes elbow grease.
Mixing bowls At least one medium and one large.
Rubber spatula For folding in ingredients without deflating the eggs.
Food processor or rolling pin To crush pork rinds if you’re starting with whole ones.
Parchment paper Makes removing the bread a breeze, especially if your pan tends to stick.
Ingredients
1 ½cupscrushed pork rinds
These serve as the “flour” and provide a fluffy yet dense texture. You can crush store-bought pork rinds in a food processor or with a rolling pin inside a zip-top bag.
6large eggs
Whole eggs add structuremoisture, and protein. Make sure they’re at room temperature for easier mixing.
4ozcream cheesesoftened
Adds richness and helps bind the ingredients. Room temperature works best for easy blending.
2tspbaking powder
Gives the bread its rise and soft crumb.
½tspsea salt
Optionalespecially if your pork rinds are already salted.
¼cupgrated Parmesanoptional
Adds depth of flavor and a slightly crispy crust. Stick to a hard cheese for the best results.
1tbspbutter or beef tallowfor greasing
Adds flavor and keeps your pan nonstick.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your loaf pan with parchment paper or grease generously with butter or tallow.
Step 2: Crush the Pork Rinds
If your pork rinds aren’t already crushed, blitz them in a food processor until they resemble fine breadcrumbs. Set aside.
Step 3: Whip the Eggs
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a hand or stand mixer for about 3–5 minutes, until pale and foamy. This helps the bread rise and stay light.
Step 4: Add Cream Cheese
Drop in the softened cream cheese and mix until fully combined with the eggs. A few small lumps are okay—they’ll melt during baking.
Step 5: Add Dry Ingredients
Gently fold in the crushed pork rinds, baking powder, salt, and Parmesan (if using). Use a spatula to avoid over-mixing and preserve the airiness of the eggs.
Step 6: Pour and Bake
Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 7: Cool and Slice
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before lifting it out. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. This helps firm up the structure for better sandwich building.
This is one of those carnivore recipes easy dinners can rely on—quick to prep, bake, and clean up.