These Keto Chaffles Are So Good, You’ll Forget About Bread
If you’ve been in the keto world for more than five minutes, chances are you’ve heard whispers (or full-on raves) about chaffles. These crisp, cheesy waffle-style creations have taken over keto kitchens for good reason. They’re quick to make, endlessly customizable, and just happen to replace bread, buns, and breakfast carbs without even trying.
Made with just a few ingredients—with egg and cheese at the core—chaffles are the kind of recipe that works so well for when low on time, groceries, or patience. Use them as a sandwich base, a breakfast companion, or even dessert (yes, really).
They’re also very macro friendly for keto lifestyles, with approximately just 100 calories, less than 1g of carbs, and 7.5g of protein per chaffle!
Ingredients
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Egg
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Shredded cheese
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Scallions
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Salt and pepper
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Oil or non-stick spray
You’ll also need a mini waffle maker for these chaffles.
How To Make Keto Chaffles – Step-by-Step Instructions
If you prefer a printable recipe card, you’ll find one at the bottom of this post! Here, I’m sharing the step-by-step process alongside some photos to serve as a visual guide for making your chaffles…
- Grease the waffle iron with oil or non-stick spray and preheat for ~2 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg, shredded cheese, scallions, salt and pepper.
- Pour half of the mixture onto the waffle iron and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until the egg is fully cooked.
- Repeat for the remaining mixture.
- Allow the chaffle to cool on a wire rack to firm up!
Serving Suggestions for Keto Chaffles
Keto chaffles are wonderfully versatile, and they can be used in tons of different ways in a low carb diet. Whether you’re going sweet or savory, here are some delicious ways to serve them:
1. Make It a Sandwich
- Use two chaffles as low-carb “bread” for breakfast sandwiches, burgers, or even grilled cheese. Add bacon, avocado, egg, or deli meat for an easy, satisfying meal.
2. Top Like a Waffle
- For a sweet twist, top with sugar-free maple syrup, whipped cream, or a few fresh berries. You can even mix a bit of cinnamon and sweetener into the batter to take it in a dessert-y direction.
3. Serve as a Side
- Pair chaffles with soups, salads, or eggs for a little crunch on the side. They’re great with a bowl of chili or as a dipper for creamy soups.
4. Pizza Chaffle Style
- Spread with low-carb marinara, sprinkle with cheese and pepperoni, and pop under the broiler for a few minutes for a quick and crispy mini chaffle pizza.
5. Dip It
- Serve plain chaffles with keto-friendly dips like guacamole, ranch, or spinach artichoke dip for a fun appetizer or snack.
Chaffle Variations – Because Plain is Just the Beginning
Once you’ve got the basic formula down, here are a few ways to mix things up:
1. The Classic Savory Upgrade
- Add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning to the batter.
- Stir in chopped herbs, bacon bits, or shredded zucchini for extra flavor and texture.
2. Breakfast Chaffle
- Mix in a handful of cooked sausage or crumbled bacon and top with a fried egg for a full-on breakfast sandwich.
- Or keep it simple: just top your chaffle with avocado and hot sauce and call it a win.
3. Sweet Chaffle
- Add a dash of cinnamon, a few drops of vanilla extract, and a sugar-free sweetener like erythritol or monk fruit.
- Skip the cheese altogether and use almond flour or coconut flour (with baking powder) for a softer, more waffle-like texture.
Keto Chaffles
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup shredded cheese
- 1 tbsp scallions finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil or non-stick spray
Instructions
- Grease the waffle iron with oil or non-stick spray and preheat for ~2 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg, shredded cheese, scallions, and salt and pepper.
- Pour half of the mixture onto the waffle iron and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until the egg is fully cooked.
- Repeat for the remaining mixture.
- Allow the chaffle to cool on a wire rack to firm up!
Nutrition
What’s your favorite way to eat chaffles? I’d love to hear your ideas for toppings and pairings in the comment section below!
