Ham and Cheese Chaffles (Printable Version)
Golden, crispy waffles loaded with ham and cheddar cheese—ready in 15 minutes for a satisfying low-carb breakfast or snack.
# 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
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.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk until fully combined.
03 - Add cheddar cheese, Parmesan, diced ham, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined and a uniform batter forms.
04 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle maker with nonstick cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
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 to make the second chaffle.
07 - Remove chaffles carefully and transfer to a wire rack for 2-3 minutes to achieve maximum crispiness. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Ready in 15 minutes from start to finish when you need food now
- Cheese becomes your best friend with this low-carb, gluten-free magic
- The crispy edges contrast perfectly with the tender, cheesy center
02 -
- Don't lift the lid too early or you'll rip apart your half-cooked chaffle
- The steam escaping means it's still cooking inside, so trust the timer
- These keep in the fridge for days and reheat beautifully in a toaster
03 -
- Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded for better melting
- Try Swiss or mozzarella in place of cheddar for a totally different vibe