Ham and Cheese Chaffles (Printable Version)
Crispy waffles combining ham, cheddar, and Parmesan for a protein-packed low-carb meal.
# 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
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 waffle maker according to manufacturer instructions until ready indicator lights.
02 - Whisk eggs and almond milk in a medium bowl until fully blended and smooth.
03 - Add cheddar cheese, Parmesan, diced ham, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the egg mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
04 - Lightly coat waffle maker plates with nonstick cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
05 - Pour half the batter into the center of the waffle maker. Gently spread to distribute evenly. 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 golden and crisp.
07 - Remove chaffles carefully using a heat-resistant spatula. Transfer to a wire rack for 2–3 minutes to allow cooling and maximum crispiness. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get that satisfying crunch without the heavy carbs that usually come with waffles
- The whole thing comes together in fifteen minutes flat, which is basically a miracle on busy mornings
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- Overfilling your waffle maker is the number one mistake, and it creates a mess that takes forever to clean up
- Letting them cool on a wire rack instead of a plate keeps them crispy instead of getting soggy underneath
03 -
- A mini waffle maker makes perfectly portioned chaffles that cook through more evenly
- Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that can affect texture, so shred your own when possible