Ham and Cheese Chaffles (Printable)
Crispy golden waffles blending ham, cheddar, and eggs for a satisfying low-carb meal ready in minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk or regular milk
→ Cheeses
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
→ Meats
05 - 1/3 cup diced cooked ham
→ Dry Ingredients
06 - 2 tbsp almond flour, optional for extra structure
07 - 1/4 tsp baking powder
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/8 tsp black pepper
10 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your waffle maker according to manufacturer instructions until ready indicator lights up.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk until fully combined and slightly frothy.
03 - Add cheddar cheese, Parmesan, diced ham, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are well distributed and a thick batter forms.
04 - Lightly grease the waffle maker with nonstick cooking spray or a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
05 - Pour half the batter into the center of the waffle maker, spreading gently with a spatula. Close lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
06 - Repeat with remaining batter, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until equally golden and crisp.
07 - Remove chaffles carefully using a heat-resistant spatula. Place on a wire rack for 2-3 minutes to maximize crispiness. Serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Four ingredients you probably already have in your fridge right now
- Ready in fifteen minutes flat, including preheating time
- That perfect crunch that makes you forget youre eating low carb
02 -
- Overfilling your waffle maker causes messy overflow, so stick to half the batter per chaffle
- Letting them cool on a wire rack instead of a plate keeps them crispy instead of soggy
03 -
- Shred your own cheese from blocks instead of buying pre-shredded for better melting
- Pat your diced ham dry with paper towels to prevent the batter from getting too watery