Ham and Cheese Chaffles (Printable)
Crispy golden waffles with ham and melted cheddar cheese. A quick savory breakfast or low-carb snack ready in minutes.
# What You 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)
07 - 1/4 tsp baking powder
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/8 tsp black pepper
10 - Pinch of salt
# Steps:
01 - Preheat waffle maker according to manufacturer instructions until ready indicator lights up.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk until fully blended and slightly frothy.
03 - Add cheddar cheese, Parmesan, diced ham, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until thoroughly combined and batter forms.
04 - Lightly grease 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. Spread gently with a spatula. Close lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
06 - Repeat with remaining batter to make second chaffle.
07 - Remove chaffles carefully using heat-resistant tongs or spatula. Transfer to wire rack for 2-3 minutes to cool and maximize crispiness. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Ready in 15 minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your fridge
- The crispy edges and cheesy interior make you forget you're eating low-carb
- Perfect for meal prep, they reheat beautifully and taste just as good
02 -
- Dont be tempted to lift the lid early, letting them cook until deeply golden is what creates that satisfying crunch
- Cooling on a wire rack instead of a plate prevents sogginess on the bottom
03 -
- Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-bagged for better melting and flavor
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking for even better texture