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What are Keto Chaffles? They are only the biggest craze to hit keto foods because they are crispy with the perfect waffle-like texture. The recipe takes only 20 minutes to make and only has five ingredients. These chaffles are keto, low-carb, grain-free, and gluten-free!
Say hello to keto chaffles! Cutting out all carbs used to mean giving up on one of the most indulgent brunch staples - waffles! But not anymore.
Chaffles are a gift from above. They are crispy and flaky, just like their carb-filled counterparts.
Chaffles is such a fun little word. Cheese + Waffles = Chaffles! Keto chaffles are essentially made up of just cheese and eggs.
There are a ton of variations out there. We experimented with a bunch of different versions and finally created the perfect combination of ingredients that tastes just like regular waffles.
But we didn't want our keto chaffles to taste like fried eggs. We wanted them to resemble regular waffles, with all their flaky and crunchy goodness.
We combined two different kinds of cheese - both cheddar and cream cheese - and added them to eggs and almond flour. Then, sprinkled in some baking powder to make them flakier.
The result is pure keto chaffle perfection.
Why You Will Love These Keto Chaffles!
- Quick: It takes just a few minutes to whip up the chaffle batter and the whole recipe only takes 20 minutes.
- Customizeable: There are so many additions you can make to mix things up and to suit your tastes. Keep reading for all of our yummy suggestions!
- Make ahead: You can make a batch of these chaffles ahead of time and reheat them.
- Simple: These chaffles are made with 5 ingredients, most of which you will already have in your fridge.
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Ingredients
Here are the ingredients for the low-carb chaffles:
- Cheese: We like to use a sharp cheddar cheese. You can use freshly grated or pre-grated for convenience.
- Cream cheese: Use the full-fat version.
- Eggs: To help bind the ingredients together.
- Almond flour: A great low-carb and gluten-free alternative to all purpose flour.
- Baking powder: To help the batter rise when it is cooked.
How to Make Chaffles
The full instructions are detailed in the recipe card at the end of this post.
But first, here are some really helpful step-by-step pictures so you can see how they are made. P.S. It is so easy!!
Step #1.Make the Batter
Grab your ingredients and measure them out. Then combine them all in a large mixing bowl.
The batter should look like the picture below.
Step #2. Cook the Waffles
Pour the batter into a greased waffle maker on high heat. (Use 1/3 cup batter for a 7-inch round waffle maker or 3/4 cup batter for a Belgian waffle maker.)
Close the lid and allow the batter to cook for about 5 minutes (or according to your waffle maker's instructions).
Carefully transfer the cooked chaffle to a plate or basket to cool slightly.Then repeat the process until you have used all the batter.
That's it! Only two simple steps!
Serve these chaffles with some grass-fed butter or ghee, or even top them with some sugar-free syrup.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Be sure to grease your waffle maker. This is must to do before adding the batter so that it doesn't stick.
- Measure everything closely. If you use too much cream cheese it could make them soggy.
- Keep the waffle iron closed the entire time. If you open it too soon to check on them, they won't crisp up correctly.
- Don't leave out the almond flour. This is an essential ingredient. If you only use cheese and eggs, it will turn out either like an omelet or a thick fried cheese waffle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best cheese to use?
We used a combination of cheddar cheese and cream cheese for the chaffles. The cream cheese rounds out the sharpness of the cheddar with its rich and tangy flavor.
Plus, the cream cheese melts and makes a nice and thick chaffle.
You are on keto to take care of your body. So treat it the best by choosing high quality dairy products. Look for labels such as raw, organic, 100% grass-fed.
100% grass-fed dairy means exactly what it says: the dairy comes from cows that eat only grass. That means they are not eating corn, soy, and or any other grains, which can cause inflammation.
Grass-fed, organic cheese gives you essential omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA).
In fact, grass-fed dairy has:
147% more omega-3 than non-organic, non-grass-fed dairy
125% percent more CLA than non-organic, non-grass-fed dairy
Can you make different types of chaffles?
The most basic chaffle is made with just 1 egg and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. We added a few more ingredients to help them look, taste, and feel like regular waffles.
Take our basic recipe here and make your own variations and flavors. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Keto-friendly chocolate chips
Everything Bagel seasoning
Finely shredded zucchini
Jalapenos
Cooked bacon pieces
How long do they keep?
Chaffles are perfect for make ahead meal prep! They keep in the fridge for up to 3 days and can also be frozen. You can reheat them in a toaster (just make sure the toaster openings are wide enough), the oven or in a skillet.
More Delicious Keto Recipes
If you’d like more delicious recipes that are perfectly keto, then check out these favorites:
- Keto Garlic Knots
- Keto Cheese Sticks
- Keto Chicken Wings with Old Bay
- Keto Italian Cheese Bread
- Keto Soft Pretzels
- Ham and Gruyere Keto Egg Puffs
- Keto French Toast
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Keto Chaffles
What are Keto Chaffles? They are only the biggest craze to hit keto foods because they are crispy with the perfect waffle-like texture. Make some keto chaffles tonight for an unforgettable keto meal. These chaffles are keto, low-carb, grain-free, and gluten-free!
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Course: Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 411kcal
Author: Clean Keto Lifestyle
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz. softened cream cheese
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Instructions
Grease your waffle maker with some melted butter or coconut oil and turn it on.
In a mixing bowl, stir together all the ingredients until combined.
Pour the batter into a waffle maker (use about 1/3 cup batter for a 7-inch round waffle maker and 3/4 cup batter for a Belgian waffle maker).
Close the lid and allow the batter to cook for about 5 minutes (or according to your waffle maker's instructions).
Please note: As your waffle cooks, it will release steam. Wait until the steam stops coming out before checking on the waffle for doneness. Do not peek while the waffle is cooking. If you lift the lid too early, you could rip the waffle apart!
Remove cooked chaffles from the waffle maker and top with butter/ghee and sugar-free syrup.
Notes
- Be sure to grease your waffle maker. This is must to do before adding the batter so that it doesn't stick.
- Measure everything closely. If you use too much cream cheese it could make them soggy.
- Keep the waffle iron closed the entire time. If you open it too soon to check on them, they won't crisp up correctly.
- Don't leave out the almond flour. This is an essential ingredient. If you only use cheese and eggs, it will turn out either like an omelet or a thick fried cheese waffle.
Nutrition
Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 239mg | Sodium: 629mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1043IU | Calcium: 505mg | Iron: 2mg
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