Learn how to make the perfect chaffles (cheese waffles) at just 1 net carb each with just 2 ingredients in under 10 minutes! These keto chaffles make the ultimate breakfast and keto-friendly buns.
Keto Chaffles are all the rage now and if you’re on the keto diet then I’m sure you’ve heard about chaffles. Chaffles are low-carb, keto-friendly, sugar-free and perfect for just about anyone looking to reduce their carb intake!
Today I’m going to show you how to make traditional chaffles quickly and effortlessly in under 10 minutes. Chaffles are a great “carb” fix in the morning when you’re craving waffles or something bread and are also great for using as a bun for burgers sandwiches, or bread for just about any sandwich.
WHAT ARE CHAFFLES?
The word “chaffle” refers to a waffle made with just cheese and eggs. Basic Chaffles do not contain flour, baking powder or any other ingredients. The mixture of egg and cheese makes the perfect fluffy waffles that have a slightly crunchy and cheese exterior. This viral low-carb trend is super keto-friendly, super easy to make, and SUPER low in carbs so it makes the perfect keto bread.
WHAT WAFFLE IRON SHOULD I USE FOR CHAFFLES?
Chaffles are usually made in this small dash waffle iron. It’s great because it’s very small and makes the perfect size chaffle that can be used as a serving of bun or bread. The 4’’ diameter makes it’s the perfect size bun, egg muffin, bread, and sandwich size.
It’s super CHEAP (under $10) and heats up quickly and is pretty easy to store because it’s super tiny. It also comes in a bunch of cute colors so it’s well worth it if you will be making chaffles Ior even traditional waffles) regular!
This recipe makes 4 small chaffles or 2 regular standard Belgian waffle iron size waffles. Any other waffle iron should work but be sure to fill it just enough to fill the iron.
WHAT KIND OF CHEESE TO USE FOR CHAFFLES
Chaffles can be made with practically any type of melting cheese. If you will be using the chaffles as a bun or bread, go with shredded cheddar, pepper jack, Monterey jack cheese, or any cheese blend (Mexican blend, taco blend, pizza blend).
If you are making the chaffles to serve with syrup as waffles, mozzarella may be a better option because it does not have a strong flavor and will taste like regular waffles.
I personally like to use cheddar because I’m a big fan of cheddar so it’s really up to you and what you prefer or what you already have in your fridge! 🙂
HOW TO MAKE CHAFFLES
Whisk eggs & any melting cheese and place in a mini (or regular size) waffle iron for 2-3 minutes or until crispy and golden.
You will know the chaffles are ready when they have puffed up, developed a crispy crust and pull away from the waffle iron with ease.
WHAT ELSE CAN I ADD TO CHAFFLE?
Honestly, the possibilities are endless. I will be sharing more chaffle recipe variations in the upcoming weeks (be sure to follow us on Facebook here to get all the updates!).
- To make a chocolate chaffle: Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon sweetener to the batter.
- To make a pizza chaffle: Add 2 tablespoons pizza sauce and 1 tablespoon almond flour to the batter.
- To make a pumpkin chaffle: Add 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, and a tablespoon of almond flour and sweetener to the batter.
- To make garlic parmesan chaffles: Add a few tablespoons of parmesan cheese, a dash of garlic powder and Italian seasoning to the batter.
CAN I FREEZE CHAFFLE?
Yes, chaffles are freezer friendly. Place them in a freezer friendly bag and freeze up to 14 days. Re-heat in the toaster for a crispy texture or by microwaving for 30-60 seconds.
2 Ingredient Chaffles (only 1 net carb each!)
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup finely mozzarella or cheddar
Instructions
- Pre-heat dash waffle iron.
- Whisk egg and cheese in a medium bowl.
- Spray waffle iron with cooking spray or butter.
- Pour about 1/4th of the mixture into the waffle iron and cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden. Remove and repeat for remaining batter.
- Serve as waffles with pancake syrup or use as bread for sandwiches!
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This is my go-to recipe. I added some Frank’s Red Hot Buffalo Ranch seasoning and it was amazing!
Yum, such a great twist!
This was just so awesome! I couldn’t believe how filling and satisfying the chaffles were. Thank you!
Happy to hear that!
I’ve read these reviews and I cannot believe my eyes…..why does some have to be so critical? Does it make you feel better about yourself? Shame on you. Keep your opinions to yourself and just be KIND!
Amen, Bailey. Keto is getting to have a cruel reputation for biting the heads off innocent people and harping on its own members to the point of neurosis. Live and let love and for Pete’s sake, be a kind human being. These people have no lives and just feel compelled to attempt to control every one else’s lives. When they see a ray of sunshine they snap shut the blinds and claim the light will kill you. Shameful.
These were lovely…thanks for posting. Brown, crispy and yummy!
To get rid of the eggy taste try just adding a few drops of apple cider vinegar. I have no idea why it works but it does.
I want to include this in My Fitness Pal app.
Made my first chaffle today! One XL egg and 1/2 c shredded Colby cheddar cheese. Spread 2T homemade guacamole and then topped it with sautéed mushrooms, green peppers and diced onions (1 t only).
Amazing! And way below my macros!! Can’t wait to try other variations!
Yum! I used the full recipe in a Belgian waffle maker cooked for about 5-6 minutes and it came out perfect! I indulged in a slight dunk in Walden Farms (I know, I know) pancake syrup and it was amazing! Thank you!
I use Walden farms syrups all the time. I am new to Keto . Are they not good for keto?
Heart attacks diabetes and dramatically aged skin but who cares as long as you not fat right
How does eliminating sugar cause diabetes? And why would you have a heart attack if you are eating heart healthy fats and green veggies?
Are you seriously this dumb? Or just jealous, with no life?
Be nice or go home…..
This is a stupid question, but does this taste like egg?
Sometimes it does to me. I think depends on the cheese used and what you put on it. I’ve heard use the egg white only but haven’t tried it yet. I toast mine afterwards because I like them crunchy. I just saw something today used only cheese with pepperonis and cooked. Looked yummy!
Awesome on the toasting mention! I’ll definitely do that with my leftover chaffles, as they were kinda soggy for my first try.
I have heard if u leave the egg to get room temp it doesn’t have that eggy taste anymore.
yes it does because it is just fluffier
Can you make these in a mini skillet instead of a waffle iron? I have never owned a waffle iron. I have seen the little mini ones in the stores.
You could but the beauty of using a waffle iron is that it cooks the top and bottom simultaneously and creates a lot of nooks and crannies to give it that slightly crispy exterior. I would think in a mini-skillet it would come out with the texture of an omelet vs. bread/waffle texture. I’ve not tested to be sure. Just get a mini waffle maker. They’re $10 and so worth it.
So worth it!
I actually have a question…. On the macros, is the 1g sugar only if you serve it with the syrup? Or regardless? Thanks ! I love this recipe by the way!
Cheese has a very small amount of carbohydrate, about half a gram per slice. The 1 gram is from the cheese used in the chaffle and not from any topping you might add.
I cut the recipe in half and it made two full chaffles. I used finely shredded mozzarella and topped them with one ounce of avocado. Delish! Great breakfast. I’ll make this often. I will also try the garlic parmesan chaffles soon. Thanks for a quick and easy recipe.
Thanks for the feedback!
I made the chaffles.. but mine have become flat
. They are not fluffy.. may i know why.. i added 2 eggs.. 1tbsp heavy cream and one slice of mozeralla cheese..
Have you tried it with shredded cheese? The sliced cheese may have resulted in the flat chaffles.
maybe it was the slice of cheese , try using shredded
I’ve made several different chaffle recipes, but this one is my favorite and my go-to. Making more today! They taste way too good to be so simple! 🙂
So happy to heat that, April!
Would love to have some Chaffee recipes
The chaffle was great. That is the one I was able to make with that cheap Chinese waffle iron that you recommend. One waffle and it’s done. You shouldn’t recommend using such shoddy products.
I have a dash and it works well. Have had the same one for 3 yrs. Possibly yours is defective. The product itself is not shoddy.
Everyone is a critic! How bout thanks for the recipe and keep the rest to yourself
Maybe you got a bad one. Thousands of 5 star reviews. Maybe you should learn how to use it….. yes that sounds as dumb as you blaming her because your waffle iron broke. You a defective product blame the company. If it didn’t state it was a one use waffle iron then obviously the problem is with this one particular waffle iron.
I’ve had this little waffle maker for quite awhile and it’s working just fine.
OMG! i prepared this today for BF.. I cut the recipe in half as im not a big eater and it was perfect . 2 chaffles. then i fried an egg in butter so i would get more nurition and fat and had a cup of coffee with 1/2 Tbsp of coconut oil…..thank you for the 2g total recipe. i saved one chaffle to eat at lunch today with my avocodo!!!!
Hi, can you make these out of just egg whites with cheese?
I haven’t tested chaffles with just egg whites. Since the quantity is so small, I would suggest you try it with one chaffle and see how it turns out!
So yummy! Just made this and added 1 slice of thick cut cottage bacon to the mix and topped with some homemade pesto (no pine nuts) for a huge breakfast with only 4 net carbs. (I’m guilty, I ate 3 of the 4 mini waffles)! Thank you for such a delicious Chaffle recipe, I will totally make this again.
Thank You for your wonderful recipes I loved my basic Chaffle.
Super easy and delicious with just the right Bite or Chew quality! Yum! I added some leftover shredded zucchini as a way to sneak in some vegetables.
Great idea in the shredded zucchini! I’m trying it now!
So easy to make! Got my dasher mini waffle maker in today and tried it. Yummy!!!
I made the blueberry chaffles for breakfast and they were so yummy.
Have u tried with fresh strawberries? I have strawberries in my fridge and thought that sounded good.
Amazing!!!