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- The Only Chaffle Recipe I Ever Make
- Ingredients & Substitutions
- How To Make Chaffles
- Flavor Variations
- My Recipe Tips
- My Favorite Chaffle Makers
- Chaffle Recipe (5 Flavors, Not Eggy!) Recipe card
- Nutrition Info & Carb Count
- Serving Ideas
- Recipe Reviews
The Only Chaffle Recipe I Ever Make
My first chaffle years ago was a mixed experience. I liked it, but instantly knew I’d try to create my own chaffle recipe with a better flavor and texture. I’ve made so many batches since then to do just that, plus a bunch more chaffle recipes in different flavors. Here’s why this is the only guide you need:
- My version is not eggy – I found out about chaffles from my Wholesome Yum community group and several long forum threads many years ago. The formula going around was 1/2 cup cheese + 1 egg, which was good, but too eggy for me. So, I made some tweaks that I think make a much better tasting chaffle recipe without that eggy taste!
- Perfect waffle texture – Crispy on the outside? Check! Chewy on the inside? Check! I do enjoy my almond flour waffles , coconut flour waffles , and protein waffles , but this is the waffle I make the most.
- Quick and easy, plus great for meal prep – These use simple ingredients and are ready in just a few minutes. I often make a big batch on the weekend and freeze for later.
- Low carb, gluten-free, and keto friendly – Just 2g net carbs each!
- Basic version + 4 flavors – I’ll show you the basic version I always seem to come back to, plus several more chaffle recipes — sweet and savory. And you can use these as a base to make almost any flavor.
Oh, and if you’re gotten this far but are still asking, “what is a chaffle?” … here’s your answer: Cheese + waffles = chaffles! Fun, right? I just made the texture 100X better. 😉 Pick the flavor you like best and make it with me!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for chaffles, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
The original 2 ingredient chaffle recipe is just eggs and cheese. Like I said, I think it’s “fine” but kind of eggy. Instead, I recommend the short ingredient list below, which tastes more like a traditional waffle! It’s very neutral (not sweet or savory) and bread-like, making them great for sandwiches. You’ll need these 5 ingredients for my basic chaffle recipe:
- Shredded Cheese – I use mozzarella most often for its neutral flavor. Savory chaffles taste great with other kinds of cheese too, such as cheddar or Gruyere. Some chaffle recipes (like my pumpkin and jalapeno popper ones below) also have cream cheese, but I recommend this only in addition to shredded cheese, because shredded is responsible for the crispy texture. Finally, vegan cheese substitutes should work in place of shredded cheese or cream cheese — but check labels if you want to avoid processed ingredients.
- Eggs – One large egg for every 1/2 cup cheese. If you can’t have eggs, substitute a flax egg in any chaffle recipe. I have not tested other egg substitutes , but let me know if you find a different one that works for you.
- Almond Flour – Just a small amount makes them taste so much more like real waffles! For the best texture, I recommend Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour , which is super finely ground. To substitute coconut flour, use 1 teaspoon of coconut flour to replace each tablespoon of almond flour in my chaffle recipes (or vice versa).
- Psyllium Husk Powder – Makes your chaffles a little chewy. Golden flaxseed meal works, too.
- Baking Powder – For a little lift. Make sure to use baking powder , not baking soda , or you’ll get a terrible aftertaste.
How To Make Chaffles
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Preheat your chaffle maker . A regular waffle iron works just fine, too. You just want it hot to help you get that crisp exterior. I usually gather ingredients while it preheats.
- Mix the batter. Just whisk or stir the ingredients in a bowl. You can make my basic version above, or one of the flavors below! (As always, amounts are on the recipe card at the bottom.)
- Cook until golden and crispy. The chaffles will crisp up more as they cool.
Flavor Variations
Once you know how to make chaffles the basic way, it’s easy to change them up! Here are some of my favorite flavors. This is an overview — see amounts on the recipe card or more details for serving each flavor here .
- Garlic Parmesan – Mozzarella, parmesan, egg, minced garlic (or garlic powder), Italian seasoning , and baking powder. These remind me of garlic bread, so I like topping them with extra melted mozzarella, parmesan, and parsley.
- Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) – Mozzarella, egg, almond flour , psyllium husk powder, baking powder, butter, Besti , cinnamon, and vanilla. You can eat these whole, or for a more churro-like experience, cut them into sticks.
- Pumpkin – Cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, Besti , coconut flour , pumpkin pie spice , baking powder, and vanilla. I love these in the fall topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and sugar-free maple syrup .
- Jalapeno Popper – Cream cheese, cheddar, egg, baking powder, bacon, and jalapenos. These were in response to many of you asking me for spicy chaffles!
- Pizza Chaffles – Based on my basic chaffle recipe, with added seasonings and your favorite pizza toppings. I love marinara , mozzarella, and pepperoni.
- Chocolate Chaffle – A sweet cream cheese center sandwiched between two chocolate waffles… they remind me of keto Oreos ! If you prefer chocolate chip instead of all chocolate, make my cinnamon sugar recipe, but omit the cinnamon and add a couple tablespoons of sugar-free chocolate chips .
Some of you have asked me about alternatives to Besti for the sweet chaffle recipes — you can use any sugar substitute , but the texture turns out better with Besti, as it locks in moisture.
My Recipe Tips
- For a more uniform texture, use finely shredded cheese. Don’t worry if you have regular, though — that’s what I usually have on hand and used here, and it’s still delicious!
- If your batter has cream cheese, melt it first. My basic chaffle recipe doesn’t include it, but the sweet chaffles and the savory jalapeno popper ones do. Heating the cream cheese in the microwave or in a double boiler makes it easier to stir into the batter.
- If you make chaffles with coconut flour, let the batter sit for a few minutes. This allows it to thicken to the right consistency before cooking.
- Extra sensitive to eggy flavor? Use egg whites only. I don’t find this necessary, but you can replace the egg with 1 1/2 egg whites (about 3-4 tablespoons) in any of my chaffle recipes.
- Want extra crunch? Sprinkle cheese directly in the waffle maker. Simply add a little bit before adding the batter, then add more on top before closing the waffle maker. This works best for savory chaffles. I don’t recommend it for sweet ones, because cheese that’s not mixed into the batter will make them too salty.
- Your chaffle is done when steam is no longer coming out the sides. Some waffle makers also have a light that will tell you it’s done, but it’s not always perfect. If you have trouble removing your waffle, most likely it needs to cook for a bit longer.
- Cool slightly to crisp up and get more sturdy. Once the waffles cool from hot to just warm, any eggy taste diminishes and they get more crispy.
- Sweet chaffles in particular tend to be more fragile. I always let them cool in the (open) waffle maker for a bit, which helps with removal after.
- You can make chaffles more crispy with a quick last step. Feel free to pop them in the air fryer, toaster, oven, or toaster oven after cooking, which helps them get more crispy. You can even fry on the stove if you want. Keep in mind that chaffle recipes that contain only egg and cheese (without any almond or coconut flour) tend to be more floppy in the toaster, so for those I recommend one of the other methods.
My Favorite Chaffle Makers
I own 3 types of waffle makers and tested this chaffle recipe in all of them, as well as without one. Here are your options and how much batter to use:
- Dash Mini Waffle Maker – The most popular chaffle maker! It makes 4-inch rounds that are perfect for sandwiches. I used it for most of these pictures, and actually own two. Use 1/4 cup of batter per waffle.
- Multi Mini Waffle Maker – I got this one after I already had the two above, but now use it the most — pictures with me here. It makes 4 mini chaffles at once, which is a game changer! Same amount batter per waffle, just 4 times faster.
- Belgian Waffle Maker – I have this one and love the ceramic coating. I use it for other waffle types more, but it does work well for flavored chaffles that have a bit more batter. I recommend cutting them into quarters, as the large size is way too filling whole. Use 1/2 to 2/3 cup of batter per waffle.
- Without A Waffle Maker – You can also cook this batter the same way you would keto pancakes ! Just spread it (it’s too thick to pour) onto an oiled nonstick pan over medium heat, cook until golden, then flip and cook the other side. I use 2 tablespoons of batter for small pancakes, or 1/4 cup for large ones.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
Basic Chaffle Recipe For Sandwiches:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, but recommended for texture, sprinkle in so it doesn’t clump) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Garlic Parmesan Chaffles:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 clove Garlic (minced; or use 1/2 clove for milder garlic flavor) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) Chaffles:
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 3/4 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1 1/2 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted, divided, 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1 tbsp for topping) ▢
- 5 1/2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (divided, 1 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1/4 cup for topping) ▢
- 1 1/4 tsp Cinnamon (divided, 1/2 tsp for the batter + 3/4 tsp for topping) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, for texture) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Pumpkin Chaffles:
- 1/2 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree ▢
- 2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
- 3 tsp Wholesome Yum Coconut Flour ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Pumpkin pie spice ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract (optional) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Spicy Jalapeno Popper Chaffles:
- 1 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Bacon bits ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Jalapenos ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
Instructions:
- Preheat your mini waffle iron for about 5 minutes , until hot.
- If the recipe contains cream cheese, place it into a bowl first. Heat it gently in the microwave (~ 15-30 seconds ) or a double boiler, until it’s soft and easy to stir.
- Stir together all the chaffle batter ingredients (everything except toppings, if any), including the cream cheese from the previous step if the version you are making has it.
- Scoop enough of the chaffle batter into the waffle maker to cover the surface well. (That’s about 1/2 cup batter for a regular waffle maker and 1/4 cup for a mini waffle maker .)
- Cook until browned and crispy, about 3-4 minutes . (See my tip in the post above about other ways to tell they are done without opening the waffle maker!)
- Carefully remove the chaffle from the waffle maker and set aside to crisp up more. (Cooling is important for texture!) Repeat with remaining batter, if any.
Special instruction for churro chaffles only:
- Stir together Besti and cinnamon for topping. After the chaffles are cooked and no longer hot, brush them with melted butter, then sprinkle all over with the cinnamon “sugar” topping (or dip into the topping).
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 chaffle
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your batter as well as your final chaffle recipe, ways to make these extra crispy, prevent sticking, and more.
- Storage: Store extras in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Chaffles keep in the freezer for up to 6 months, so I love to meal prep them and keep a stash in my freezer at all times! They reheat beautifully, straight from frozen.
- Reheat: You can reheat these in the toaster, toaster oven, skillet, or conventional oven at 350 degrees F. I prefer the toaster, which is the fastest and easiest, and gets them crispy. Avoid the microwave, as the result is too soft, although my daughter likes them this way.
- Note on serving sizes: The serving size of 1 mini chaffle is just for easy scaling, but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal. The basic and garlic parmesan recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
- Note on nutrition info: The numbers here on the recipe card are for my basic chaffles. I’ve included nutrition info for the other flavors here . You can also customize this chaffle recipe in my Wholesome Yum App to adjust ingredients and it will re-calculate the macros for you.
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Chaffle Recipe
Nutrition Info & Carb Count
Calories and carbs in chaffles will vary by flavor. My recipe card only allows showing nutrition info for one, so I made this chart to show you all of them:
TIP: These numbers are always for 1 chaffle (for easy scaling), but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal.
The basic and garlic parmesan chaffle recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
Serving Ideas
Like keto bread , chaffles are kind of like a blank canvas, because you can do so many things with them. They are even better with toppings or as sandwiches! The way you serve them partly depends on the flavor. I have ideas below, with pictures of each:
- Make a chaffle sandwich using my basic chaffle recipe. I often go for turkey, mayo , lettuce, and tomato, shown below. They’re also delicious as a breakfast sandwich with oven baked bacon , egg, and cheese, or as a bun for a juicy burger . If you’re craving a bagel and don’t want the effort of making keto bagels , add some everything bagel seasoning to the basic batter.
- Drizzle with syrup or spread with jam. Wholesome Yum Zero Sugar Maple Syrup or sugar-free chia jam are both amazing on sweet chaffles! I also added a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream below.
- Add melted cheese and toppings. For savory chaffles, like garlic parmesan or jalapeno popper, I like to melt extra cheese on top and sprinkle with garnishes.
- Cut cinnamon churro waffles into sticks and serve in a little basket like this . So cute! Sometimes I dip them in sugar-free chocolate syrup .
Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- The Basic Keto Meal Formula
- Understanding Macros
- Keto Food Swaps
- Keto Food List
- Electrolyte Basics
- Keto Diet Types
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- Recipe Reviews
Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.
You can keep reading to view this info, or download my keto cheat sheet printable pdf to print out or save ad-free on any device (plus the pdf has more details!).
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The Basic Keto Meal Formula
Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.
Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.
Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.
| Pick A Protein | Pick A Veggie | Add Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Chicken Pork Eggs Lamb Turkey Fish Shellfish Protein powder Venison | Cauliflower Broccoli Zucchini Leafy Greens Cucumbers Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Asparagus Radishes Bell Peppers Jicama Celery | Butter Avocado Oil Cheese Bacon Avocado Lard Ghee Mayo Nuts MCT Oil |
Understanding Macros
Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.
You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.
Carbs Are A Limit.
Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.
A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.
“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.
A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.
Protein Is A Goal.
Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].
“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.
Fat Is A Lever.
Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.
A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).
Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.
Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.
“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.
Keto Food Swaps
One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.
So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .
Keto Swaps For Breakfast
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Pancakes | Almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes |
| Oatmeal | Keto oatmeal with hemp seeds |
| Cinnamon rolls | Fathead cinnamon rolls |
| Cereal | Keto nut granola |
| Muffins | Almond flour muffins or coconut flour muffins |
| Donuts | Almond flour donuts |
| Scones | Almond flour scones |
| High-sugar smoothies | Smoothie with berries or avocado |
| Hash browns | Cauliflower hash browns |
| Breakfast casserole | Breakfast casserole with no potatoes |
| Egg whites | Whole eggs |
| Turkey bacon | Bacon |
| Waffles | Chaffles |
Keto Swaps For Bread
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Bagels | Fathead bagels |
| English muffin | Almond flour English muffin |
| White bread | Keto white bread |
| Multigrain bread | Coconut flour bread with seeds |
| Tortillas for wraps | Coconut flour tortillas |
| Corn taco shells | Cheddar cheese taco shells |
| Burger buns | Oopsie rolls , portobello mushroom caps |
| Breadsticks | Cauliflower breadsticks |
| Biscuits | Almond flour biscuits |
| Cornbread | Almond flour cornbread |
| Croutons | Parmesan crisps |
| Rice | Cauliflower rice , konjac rice |
Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Breaded wings | Crispy air fryer wings (unbreaded) |
| Low-fat meat & poultry | High-fat cuts, or cook low-fat cuts with fat |
| Mashed potatoes | Mashed cauliflower |
| Roasted potatoes | Roasted or fried radishes |
| Tacos | Taco salad |
| Pizza | Fathead crust , chicken crust , or cauliflower crust pizza |
| Lasagna | Eggplant lasagna |
| Potato salad | Cauliflower “potato” salad |
| French fries | Jicama , rutabaga , or zucchini fries |
| Tater tots | Cauliflower tots |
| Wraps | Lettuce wraps , almond flour tortillas |
| Sushi | Naruto-style or homemade rice-free sushi |
| Breaded chicken or fish | Breaded cuts with almond flour or pork rinds |
| Spaghetti | Zoodles , spaghetti squash , shirataki noodles, kelp noodles |
Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Nachos | Cheese crisps |
| High-sugar fruit | Berries & other keto fruits |
| Crackers | Almond flour crackers |
| Hummus | Cauliflower hummus |
| Soft pretzels | Fathead pretzels |
| Popcorn | Puffed cheese |
| Granola bars | Grain-free granola bars |
| Jam | Sugar-free berry chia jam |
| Sweet fruity yogurt | Full-fat plain Greek yogurt with berries |
| Sweet salad dressing | Ranch , blue cheese , or plain vinaigrette |
| Ketchup | Mustard and/or sugar-free ketchup |
| BBQ sauce | Sugar-free BBQ sauce |
| Sweetened peanut butter | Natural, sugar-free nut butters |
| Light mayo | Avocado oil mayo |
| Maple syrup | Sugar-free, maple flavored syrup |
| Potato chips | Zucchini chips , pepperoni chips , pork rinds |
Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Sugar | Monk fruit or allulose |
| Powdered sugar | Powdered monk fruit or allulose |
| White flour | Almond or Coconut flour (use in tested recipes) |
| Making baked goods soft/chewy | Xanthan gum, flax seed meal, psyllium husk powder |
| Breadcrumbs | Pork rinds or almond flour |
| Margarine | Butter, coconut oil, or ghee |
| Vegetable oil | Olive or avocado oil |
| Bananas | Banana extract |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar-free chocolate chips |
| Cornstarch or flour roux | Xanthan gum or gelatin powder (used at the end) |
| Simple syrup | Dissolve monk fruit allulose blend in water over heat |
Keto Swaps For Drinks
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Lemonade | Water with lemon |
| Soda | Flavored sparkling water |
| Milk | Almond milk, coconut milk, heavy cream |
| Latte | Butter coffee |
| Coffee creamer | Heavy cream |
| Sweet wine | Dry wine |
| Beer | Ultra light beer |
| Mixed drinks | Hard liquor with soda + lemon |
If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .
Keto Food List
When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.
The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!
Foods To Eat On Keto
- Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
- Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
- Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
- Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
- Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
- Avocados
- Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
- Almond flour and coconut flour
- Eggs
- Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.
Foods To Avoid On Keto
- White flour & sugar
- Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
- Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
- Cereal
- Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
- Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
- Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
- Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
- Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
- Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.
That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:
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Electrolyte Basics
Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.
For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .
The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.
Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:
| Sodium | Magnesium | Potassium |
|---|---|---|
| Bone broth Boullion cubes Bacon Salted nuts Pickles | Seaweed Seeds Nuts Avocado Leafy greens | Potassium chloride Avocado Bone broth Spinach Broccoli Mushrooms Beef Pork |
Keto Diet Types
People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.
Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.
Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!
- Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
- Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
- Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
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Chaffle Recipe (5 Flavors, Not Eggy!)
Learn how to make chaffles that are crispy & chewy, not eggy! Make my best basic chaffle recipe, or choose from 4 flavors (sweet or savory).
Scan this QR code with your phone’s camera for the full recipe, including tips, step-by-step photos, and storage, or to save it to your account. You can also find it at: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/keto-chaffles-recipe/
Ingredients
Basic Chaffle Recipe For Sandwiches:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour)
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, but recommended for texture, sprinkle in so it doesn’t clump)
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional)
Garlic Parmesan Chaffles:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 1 clove Garlic (minced; or use 1/2 clove for milder garlic flavor)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional)
Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) Chaffles:
- 1 large Egg
- 3/4 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour)
- 1 1/2 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted, divided, 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1 tbsp for topping)
- 5 1/2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (divided, 1 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1/4 cup for topping)
- 1 1/4 tsp Cinnamon (divided, 1/2 tsp for the batter + 3/4 tsp for topping)
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, for texture)
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional)
Pumpkin Chaffles:
- 1/2 oz Cream cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
- 3 tsp Wholesome Yum Coconut Flour
- 1/2 tbsp Pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional)
Spicy Jalapeno Popper Chaffles:
- 1 oz Cream cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp Bacon bits
- 1/2 tbsp Jalapenos
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional)
Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat your mini waffle iron for about 5 minutes , until hot.
- If the recipe contains cream cheese, place it into a bowl first. Heat it gently in the microwave (~ 15-30 seconds ) or a double boiler, until it’s soft and easy to stir.
- Stir together all the chaffle batter ingredients (everything except toppings, if any), including the cream cheese from the previous step if the version you are making has it.
- Scoop enough of the chaffle batter into the waffle maker to cover the surface well. (That’s about 1/2 cup batter for a regular waffle maker and 1/4 cup for a mini waffle maker .)
- Cook until browned and crispy, about 3-4 minutes . (See my tip in the post above about other ways to tell they are done without opening the waffle maker!)
- Carefully remove the chaffle from the waffle maker and set aside to crisp up more. (Cooling is important for texture!) Repeat with remaining batter, if any.
Special instruction for churro chaffles only:
- Stir together Besti and cinnamon for topping. After the chaffles are cooked and no longer hot, brush them with melted butter, then sprinkle all over with the cinnamon “sugar” topping (or dip into the topping).
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 chaffle
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your batter as well as your final chaffle recipe, ways to make these extra crispy, prevent sticking, and more.
- Storage: Store extras in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Chaffles keep in the freezer for up to 6 months, so I love to meal prep them and keep a stash in my freezer at all times! They reheat beautifully, straight from frozen.
- Reheat: You can reheat these in the toaster, toaster oven, skillet, or conventional oven at 350 degrees F. I prefer the toaster, which is the fastest and easiest, and gets them crispy. Avoid the microwave, as the result is too soft, although my daughter likes them this way.
- Note on serving sizes: The serving size of 1 mini chaffle is just for easy scaling, but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal. The basic and garlic parmesan recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
- Note on nutrition info: The numbers here on the recipe card are for my basic chaffles. I’ve included nutrition info for the other flavors here . You can also customize this chaffle recipe in my Wholesome Yum App to adjust ingredients and it will re-calculate the macros for you.
📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Keto Freezer Meal System and Keto Cheat Sheet System !
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .
© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)
Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- The Only Chaffle Recipe I Ever Make
- Ingredients & Substitutions
- How To Make Chaffles
- Flavor Variations
- My Recipe Tips
- My Favorite Chaffle Makers
- Chaffle Recipe (5 Flavors, Not Eggy!) Recipe card
- Nutrition Info & Carb Count
- Serving Ideas
- Recipe Reviews
The Only Chaffle Recipe I Ever Make
My first chaffle years ago was a mixed experience. I liked it, but instantly knew I’d try to create my own chaffle recipe with a better flavor and texture. I’ve made so many batches since then to do just that, plus a bunch more chaffle recipes in different flavors. Here’s why this is the only guide you need:
- My version is not eggy – I found out about chaffles from my Wholesome Yum community group and several long forum threads many years ago. The formula going around was 1/2 cup cheese + 1 egg, which was good, but too eggy for me. So, I made some tweaks that I think make a much better tasting chaffle recipe without that eggy taste!
- Perfect waffle texture – Crispy on the outside? Check! Chewy on the inside? Check! I do enjoy my almond flour waffles , coconut flour waffles , and protein waffles , but this is the waffle I make the most.
- Quick and easy, plus great for meal prep – These use simple ingredients and are ready in just a few minutes. I often make a big batch on the weekend and freeze for later.
- Low carb, gluten-free, and keto friendly – Just 2g net carbs each!
- Basic version + 4 flavors – I’ll show you the basic version I always seem to come back to, plus several more chaffle recipes — sweet and savory. And you can use these as a base to make almost any flavor.
Oh, and if you’re gotten this far but are still asking, “what is a chaffle?” … here’s your answer: Cheese + waffles = chaffles! Fun, right? I just made the texture 100X better. 😉 Pick the flavor you like best and make it with me!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for chaffles, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
The original 2 ingredient chaffle recipe is just eggs and cheese. Like I said, I think it’s “fine” but kind of eggy. Instead, I recommend the short ingredient list below, which tastes more like a traditional waffle! It’s very neutral (not sweet or savory) and bread-like, making them great for sandwiches. You’ll need these 5 ingredients for my basic chaffle recipe:
- Shredded Cheese – I use mozzarella most often for its neutral flavor. Savory chaffles taste great with other kinds of cheese too, such as cheddar or Gruyere. Some chaffle recipes (like my pumpkin and jalapeno popper ones below) also have cream cheese, but I recommend this only in addition to shredded cheese, because shredded is responsible for the crispy texture. Finally, vegan cheese substitutes should work in place of shredded cheese or cream cheese — but check labels if you want to avoid processed ingredients.
- Eggs – One large egg for every 1/2 cup cheese. If you can’t have eggs, substitute a flax egg in any chaffle recipe. I have not tested other egg substitutes , but let me know if you find a different one that works for you.
- Almond Flour – Just a small amount makes them taste so much more like real waffles! For the best texture, I recommend Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour , which is super finely ground. To substitute coconut flour, use 1 teaspoon of coconut flour to replace each tablespoon of almond flour in my chaffle recipes (or vice versa).
- Psyllium Husk Powder – Makes your chaffles a little chewy. Golden flaxseed meal works, too.
- Baking Powder – For a little lift. Make sure to use baking powder , not baking soda , or you’ll get a terrible aftertaste.
How To Make Chaffles
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Preheat your chaffle maker . A regular waffle iron works just fine, too. You just want it hot to help you get that crisp exterior. I usually gather ingredients while it preheats.
- Mix the batter. Just whisk or stir the ingredients in a bowl. You can make my basic version above, or one of the flavors below! (As always, amounts are on the recipe card at the bottom.)
- Cook until golden and crispy. The chaffles will crisp up more as they cool.
Flavor Variations
Once you know how to make chaffles the basic way, it’s easy to change them up! Here are some of my favorite flavors. This is an overview — see amounts on the recipe card or more details for serving each flavor here .
- Garlic Parmesan – Mozzarella, parmesan, egg, minced garlic (or garlic powder), Italian seasoning , and baking powder. These remind me of garlic bread, so I like topping them with extra melted mozzarella, parmesan, and parsley.
- Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) – Mozzarella, egg, almond flour , psyllium husk powder, baking powder, butter, Besti , cinnamon, and vanilla. You can eat these whole, or for a more churro-like experience, cut them into sticks.
- Pumpkin – Cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, Besti , coconut flour , pumpkin pie spice , baking powder, and vanilla. I love these in the fall topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and sugar-free maple syrup .
- Jalapeno Popper – Cream cheese, cheddar, egg, baking powder, bacon, and jalapenos. These were in response to many of you asking me for spicy chaffles!
- Pizza Chaffles – Based on my basic chaffle recipe, with added seasonings and your favorite pizza toppings. I love marinara , mozzarella, and pepperoni.
- Chocolate Chaffle – A sweet cream cheese center sandwiched between two chocolate waffles… they remind me of keto Oreos ! If you prefer chocolate chip instead of all chocolate, make my cinnamon sugar recipe, but omit the cinnamon and add a couple tablespoons of sugar-free chocolate chips .
Some of you have asked me about alternatives to Besti for the sweet chaffle recipes — you can use any sugar substitute , but the texture turns out better with Besti, as it locks in moisture.
My Recipe Tips
- For a more uniform texture, use finely shredded cheese. Don’t worry if you have regular, though — that’s what I usually have on hand and used here, and it’s still delicious!
- If your batter has cream cheese, melt it first. My basic chaffle recipe doesn’t include it, but the sweet chaffles and the savory jalapeno popper ones do. Heating the cream cheese in the microwave or in a double boiler makes it easier to stir into the batter.
- If you make chaffles with coconut flour, let the batter sit for a few minutes. This allows it to thicken to the right consistency before cooking.
- Extra sensitive to eggy flavor? Use egg whites only. I don’t find this necessary, but you can replace the egg with 1 1/2 egg whites (about 3-4 tablespoons) in any of my chaffle recipes.
- Want extra crunch? Sprinkle cheese directly in the waffle maker. Simply add a little bit before adding the batter, then add more on top before closing the waffle maker. This works best for savory chaffles. I don’t recommend it for sweet ones, because cheese that’s not mixed into the batter will make them too salty.
- Your chaffle is done when steam is no longer coming out the sides. Some waffle makers also have a light that will tell you it’s done, but it’s not always perfect. If you have trouble removing your waffle, most likely it needs to cook for a bit longer.
- Cool slightly to crisp up and get more sturdy. Once the waffles cool from hot to just warm, any eggy taste diminishes and they get more crispy.
- Sweet chaffles in particular tend to be more fragile. I always let them cool in the (open) waffle maker for a bit, which helps with removal after.
- You can make chaffles more crispy with a quick last step. Feel free to pop them in the air fryer, toaster, oven, or toaster oven after cooking, which helps them get more crispy. You can even fry on the stove if you want. Keep in mind that chaffle recipes that contain only egg and cheese (without any almond or coconut flour) tend to be more floppy in the toaster, so for those I recommend one of the other methods.
My Favorite Chaffle Makers
I own 3 types of waffle makers and tested this chaffle recipe in all of them, as well as without one. Here are your options and how much batter to use:
- Dash Mini Waffle Maker – The most popular chaffle maker! It makes 4-inch rounds that are perfect for sandwiches. I used it for most of these pictures, and actually own two. Use 1/4 cup of batter per waffle.
- Multi Mini Waffle Maker – I got this one after I already had the two above, but now use it the most — pictures with me here. It makes 4 mini chaffles at once, which is a game changer! Same amount batter per waffle, just 4 times faster.
- Belgian Waffle Maker – I have this one and love the ceramic coating. I use it for other waffle types more, but it does work well for flavored chaffles that have a bit more batter. I recommend cutting them into quarters, as the large size is way too filling whole. Use 1/2 to 2/3 cup of batter per waffle.
- Without A Waffle Maker – You can also cook this batter the same way you would keto pancakes ! Just spread it (it’s too thick to pour) onto an oiled nonstick pan over medium heat, cook until golden, then flip and cook the other side. I use 2 tablespoons of batter for small pancakes, or 1/4 cup for large ones.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
Basic Chaffle Recipe For Sandwiches:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, but recommended for texture, sprinkle in so it doesn’t clump) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Garlic Parmesan Chaffles:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 clove Garlic (minced; or use 1/2 clove for milder garlic flavor) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) Chaffles:
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 3/4 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1 1/2 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted, divided, 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1 tbsp for topping) ▢
- 5 1/2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (divided, 1 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1/4 cup for topping) ▢
- 1 1/4 tsp Cinnamon (divided, 1/2 tsp for the batter + 3/4 tsp for topping) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, for texture) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Pumpkin Chaffles:
- 1/2 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree ▢
- 2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
- 3 tsp Wholesome Yum Coconut Flour ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Pumpkin pie spice ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract (optional) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Spicy Jalapeno Popper Chaffles:
- 1 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Bacon bits ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Jalapenos ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
Instructions:
- Preheat your mini waffle iron for about 5 minutes , until hot.
- If the recipe contains cream cheese, place it into a bowl first. Heat it gently in the microwave (~ 15-30 seconds ) or a double boiler, until it’s soft and easy to stir.
- Stir together all the chaffle batter ingredients (everything except toppings, if any), including the cream cheese from the previous step if the version you are making has it.
- Scoop enough of the chaffle batter into the waffle maker to cover the surface well. (That’s about 1/2 cup batter for a regular waffle maker and 1/4 cup for a mini waffle maker .)
- Cook until browned and crispy, about 3-4 minutes . (See my tip in the post above about other ways to tell they are done without opening the waffle maker!)
- Carefully remove the chaffle from the waffle maker and set aside to crisp up more. (Cooling is important for texture!) Repeat with remaining batter, if any.
Special instruction for churro chaffles only:
- Stir together Besti and cinnamon for topping. After the chaffles are cooked and no longer hot, brush them with melted butter, then sprinkle all over with the cinnamon “sugar” topping (or dip into the topping).
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 chaffle
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your batter as well as your final chaffle recipe, ways to make these extra crispy, prevent sticking, and more.
- Storage: Store extras in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Chaffles keep in the freezer for up to 6 months, so I love to meal prep them and keep a stash in my freezer at all times! They reheat beautifully, straight from frozen.
- Reheat: You can reheat these in the toaster, toaster oven, skillet, or conventional oven at 350 degrees F. I prefer the toaster, which is the fastest and easiest, and gets them crispy. Avoid the microwave, as the result is too soft, although my daughter likes them this way.
- Note on serving sizes: The serving size of 1 mini chaffle is just for easy scaling, but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal. The basic and garlic parmesan recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
- Note on nutrition info: The numbers here on the recipe card are for my basic chaffles. I’ve included nutrition info for the other flavors here . You can also customize this chaffle recipe in my Wholesome Yum App to adjust ingredients and it will re-calculate the macros for you.
📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Keto Freezer Meal System and Keto Cheat Sheet System !
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .
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Chaffle Recipe
Nutrition Info & Carb Count
Calories and carbs in chaffles will vary by flavor. My recipe card only allows showing nutrition info for one, so I made this chart to show you all of them:
TIP: These numbers are always for 1 chaffle (for easy scaling), but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal.
The basic and garlic parmesan chaffle recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
Serving Ideas
Like keto bread , chaffles are kind of like a blank canvas, because you can do so many things with them. They are even better with toppings or as sandwiches! The way you serve them partly depends on the flavor. I have ideas below, with pictures of each:
- Make a chaffle sandwich using my basic chaffle recipe. I often go for turkey, mayo , lettuce, and tomato, shown below. They’re also delicious as a breakfast sandwich with oven baked bacon , egg, and cheese, or as a bun for a juicy burger . If you’re craving a bagel and don’t want the effort of making keto bagels , add some everything bagel seasoning to the basic batter.
- Drizzle with syrup or spread with jam. Wholesome Yum Zero Sugar Maple Syrup or sugar-free chia jam are both amazing on sweet chaffles! I also added a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream below.
- Add melted cheese and toppings. For savory chaffles, like garlic parmesan or jalapeno popper, I like to melt extra cheese on top and sprinkle with garnishes.
- Cut cinnamon churro waffles into sticks and serve in a little basket like this . So cute! Sometimes I dip them in sugar-free chocolate syrup .
Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- The Only Chaffle Recipe I Ever Make
- Ingredients & Substitutions
- How To Make Chaffles
- Flavor Variations
- My Recipe Tips
- My Favorite Chaffle Makers
- Chaffle Recipe (5 Flavors, Not Eggy!) Recipe card
- Nutrition Info & Carb Count
- Serving Ideas
- Recipe Reviews
The Only Chaffle Recipe I Ever Make
My first chaffle years ago was a mixed experience. I liked it, but instantly knew I’d try to create my own chaffle recipe with a better flavor and texture. I’ve made so many batches since then to do just that, plus a bunch more chaffle recipes in different flavors. Here’s why this is the only guide you need:
- My version is not eggy – I found out about chaffles from my Wholesome Yum community group and several long forum threads many years ago. The formula going around was 1/2 cup cheese + 1 egg, which was good, but too eggy for me. So, I made some tweaks that I think make a much better tasting chaffle recipe without that eggy taste!
- Perfect waffle texture – Crispy on the outside? Check! Chewy on the inside? Check! I do enjoy my almond flour waffles , coconut flour waffles , and protein waffles , but this is the waffle I make the most.
- Quick and easy, plus great for meal prep – These use simple ingredients and are ready in just a few minutes. I often make a big batch on the weekend and freeze for later.
- Low carb, gluten-free, and keto friendly – Just 2g net carbs each!
- Basic version + 4 flavors – I’ll show you the basic version I always seem to come back to, plus several more chaffle recipes — sweet and savory. And you can use these as a base to make almost any flavor.
Oh, and if you’re gotten this far but are still asking, “what is a chaffle?” … here’s your answer: Cheese + waffles = chaffles! Fun, right? I just made the texture 100X better. 😉 Pick the flavor you like best and make it with me!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for chaffles, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
The original 2 ingredient chaffle recipe is just eggs and cheese. Like I said, I think it’s “fine” but kind of eggy. Instead, I recommend the short ingredient list below, which tastes more like a traditional waffle! It’s very neutral (not sweet or savory) and bread-like, making them great for sandwiches. You’ll need these 5 ingredients for my basic chaffle recipe:
- Shredded Cheese – I use mozzarella most often for its neutral flavor. Savory chaffles taste great with other kinds of cheese too, such as cheddar or Gruyere. Some chaffle recipes (like my pumpkin and jalapeno popper ones below) also have cream cheese, but I recommend this only in addition to shredded cheese, because shredded is responsible for the crispy texture. Finally, vegan cheese substitutes should work in place of shredded cheese or cream cheese — but check labels if you want to avoid processed ingredients.
- Eggs – One large egg for every 1/2 cup cheese. If you can’t have eggs, substitute a flax egg in any chaffle recipe. I have not tested other egg substitutes , but let me know if you find a different one that works for you.
- Almond Flour – Just a small amount makes them taste so much more like real waffles! For the best texture, I recommend Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour , which is super finely ground. To substitute coconut flour, use 1 teaspoon of coconut flour to replace each tablespoon of almond flour in my chaffle recipes (or vice versa).
- Psyllium Husk Powder – Makes your chaffles a little chewy. Golden flaxseed meal works, too.
- Baking Powder – For a little lift. Make sure to use baking powder , not baking soda , or you’ll get a terrible aftertaste.
How To Make Chaffles
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Preheat your chaffle maker . A regular waffle iron works just fine, too. You just want it hot to help you get that crisp exterior. I usually gather ingredients while it preheats.
- Mix the batter. Just whisk or stir the ingredients in a bowl. You can make my basic version above, or one of the flavors below! (As always, amounts are on the recipe card at the bottom.)
- Cook until golden and crispy. The chaffles will crisp up more as they cool.
Flavor Variations
Once you know how to make chaffles the basic way, it’s easy to change them up! Here are some of my favorite flavors. This is an overview — see amounts on the recipe card or more details for serving each flavor here .
- Garlic Parmesan – Mozzarella, parmesan, egg, minced garlic (or garlic powder), Italian seasoning , and baking powder. These remind me of garlic bread, so I like topping them with extra melted mozzarella, parmesan, and parsley.
- Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) – Mozzarella, egg, almond flour , psyllium husk powder, baking powder, butter, Besti , cinnamon, and vanilla. You can eat these whole, or for a more churro-like experience, cut them into sticks.
- Pumpkin – Cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, Besti , coconut flour , pumpkin pie spice , baking powder, and vanilla. I love these in the fall topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and sugar-free maple syrup .
- Jalapeno Popper – Cream cheese, cheddar, egg, baking powder, bacon, and jalapenos. These were in response to many of you asking me for spicy chaffles!
- Pizza Chaffles – Based on my basic chaffle recipe, with added seasonings and your favorite pizza toppings. I love marinara , mozzarella, and pepperoni.
- Chocolate Chaffle – A sweet cream cheese center sandwiched between two chocolate waffles… they remind me of keto Oreos ! If you prefer chocolate chip instead of all chocolate, make my cinnamon sugar recipe, but omit the cinnamon and add a couple tablespoons of sugar-free chocolate chips .
Some of you have asked me about alternatives to Besti for the sweet chaffle recipes — you can use any sugar substitute , but the texture turns out better with Besti, as it locks in moisture.
My Recipe Tips
- For a more uniform texture, use finely shredded cheese. Don’t worry if you have regular, though — that’s what I usually have on hand and used here, and it’s still delicious!
- If your batter has cream cheese, melt it first. My basic chaffle recipe doesn’t include it, but the sweet chaffles and the savory jalapeno popper ones do. Heating the cream cheese in the microwave or in a double boiler makes it easier to stir into the batter.
- If you make chaffles with coconut flour, let the batter sit for a few minutes. This allows it to thicken to the right consistency before cooking.
- Extra sensitive to eggy flavor? Use egg whites only. I don’t find this necessary, but you can replace the egg with 1 1/2 egg whites (about 3-4 tablespoons) in any of my chaffle recipes.
- Want extra crunch? Sprinkle cheese directly in the waffle maker. Simply add a little bit before adding the batter, then add more on top before closing the waffle maker. This works best for savory chaffles. I don’t recommend it for sweet ones, because cheese that’s not mixed into the batter will make them too salty.
- Your chaffle is done when steam is no longer coming out the sides. Some waffle makers also have a light that will tell you it’s done, but it’s not always perfect. If you have trouble removing your waffle, most likely it needs to cook for a bit longer.
- Cool slightly to crisp up and get more sturdy. Once the waffles cool from hot to just warm, any eggy taste diminishes and they get more crispy.
- Sweet chaffles in particular tend to be more fragile. I always let them cool in the (open) waffle maker for a bit, which helps with removal after.
- You can make chaffles more crispy with a quick last step. Feel free to pop them in the air fryer, toaster, oven, or toaster oven after cooking, which helps them get more crispy. You can even fry on the stove if you want. Keep in mind that chaffle recipes that contain only egg and cheese (without any almond or coconut flour) tend to be more floppy in the toaster, so for those I recommend one of the other methods.
My Favorite Chaffle Makers
I own 3 types of waffle makers and tested this chaffle recipe in all of them, as well as without one. Here are your options and how much batter to use:
- Dash Mini Waffle Maker – The most popular chaffle maker! It makes 4-inch rounds that are perfect for sandwiches. I used it for most of these pictures, and actually own two. Use 1/4 cup of batter per waffle.
- Multi Mini Waffle Maker – I got this one after I already had the two above, but now use it the most — pictures with me here. It makes 4 mini chaffles at once, which is a game changer! Same amount batter per waffle, just 4 times faster.
- Belgian Waffle Maker – I have this one and love the ceramic coating. I use it for other waffle types more, but it does work well for flavored chaffles that have a bit more batter. I recommend cutting them into quarters, as the large size is way too filling whole. Use 1/2 to 2/3 cup of batter per waffle.
- Without A Waffle Maker – You can also cook this batter the same way you would keto pancakes ! Just spread it (it’s too thick to pour) onto an oiled nonstick pan over medium heat, cook until golden, then flip and cook the other side. I use 2 tablespoons of batter for small pancakes, or 1/4 cup for large ones.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
Basic Chaffle Recipe For Sandwiches:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, but recommended for texture, sprinkle in so it doesn’t clump) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Garlic Parmesan Chaffles:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 clove Garlic (minced; or use 1/2 clove for milder garlic flavor) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) Chaffles:
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 3/4 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1 1/2 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted, divided, 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1 tbsp for topping) ▢
- 5 1/2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (divided, 1 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1/4 cup for topping) ▢
- 1 1/4 tsp Cinnamon (divided, 1/2 tsp for the batter + 3/4 tsp for topping) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, for texture) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Pumpkin Chaffles:
- 1/2 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree ▢
- 2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
- 3 tsp Wholesome Yum Coconut Flour ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Pumpkin pie spice ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract (optional) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Spicy Jalapeno Popper Chaffles:
- 1 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Bacon bits ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Jalapenos ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
Instructions:
- Preheat your mini waffle iron for about 5 minutes , until hot.
- If the recipe contains cream cheese, place it into a bowl first. Heat it gently in the microwave (~ 15-30 seconds ) or a double boiler, until it’s soft and easy to stir.
- Stir together all the chaffle batter ingredients (everything except toppings, if any), including the cream cheese from the previous step if the version you are making has it.
- Scoop enough of the chaffle batter into the waffle maker to cover the surface well. (That’s about 1/2 cup batter for a regular waffle maker and 1/4 cup for a mini waffle maker .)
- Cook until browned and crispy, about 3-4 minutes . (See my tip in the post above about other ways to tell they are done without opening the waffle maker!)
- Carefully remove the chaffle from the waffle maker and set aside to crisp up more. (Cooling is important for texture!) Repeat with remaining batter, if any.
Special instruction for churro chaffles only:
- Stir together Besti and cinnamon for topping. After the chaffles are cooked and no longer hot, brush them with melted butter, then sprinkle all over with the cinnamon “sugar” topping (or dip into the topping).
Did You Like It?
Leave a rating to help other readers (this also helps me continue to provide free recipes on my site), or get the recipe sent to your inbox.
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 chaffle
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your batter as well as your final chaffle recipe, ways to make these extra crispy, prevent sticking, and more.
- Storage: Store extras in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Chaffles keep in the freezer for up to 6 months, so I love to meal prep them and keep a stash in my freezer at all times! They reheat beautifully, straight from frozen.
- Reheat: You can reheat these in the toaster, toaster oven, skillet, or conventional oven at 350 degrees F. I prefer the toaster, which is the fastest and easiest, and gets them crispy. Avoid the microwave, as the result is too soft, although my daughter likes them this way.
- Note on serving sizes: The serving size of 1 mini chaffle is just for easy scaling, but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal. The basic and garlic parmesan recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
- Note on nutrition info: The numbers here on the recipe card are for my basic chaffles. I’ve included nutrition info for the other flavors here . You can also customize this chaffle recipe in my Wholesome Yum App to adjust ingredients and it will re-calculate the macros for you.
📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Keto Freezer Meal System and Keto Cheat Sheet System !
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .
Add Your NotesYour Notes
© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead.
Chaffle Recipe
Nutrition Info & Carb Count
Calories and carbs in chaffles will vary by flavor. My recipe card only allows showing nutrition info for one, so I made this chart to show you all of them:
TIP: These numbers are always for 1 chaffle (for easy scaling), but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal.
The basic and garlic parmesan chaffle recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
Serving Ideas
Like keto bread , chaffles are kind of like a blank canvas, because you can do so many things with them. They are even better with toppings or as sandwiches! The way you serve them partly depends on the flavor. I have ideas below, with pictures of each:
- Make a chaffle sandwich using my basic chaffle recipe. I often go for turkey, mayo , lettuce, and tomato, shown below. They’re also delicious as a breakfast sandwich with oven baked bacon , egg, and cheese, or as a bun for a juicy burger . If you’re craving a bagel and don’t want the effort of making keto bagels , add some everything bagel seasoning to the basic batter.
- Drizzle with syrup or spread with jam. Wholesome Yum Zero Sugar Maple Syrup or sugar-free chia jam are both amazing on sweet chaffles! I also added a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream below.
- Add melted cheese and toppings. For savory chaffles, like garlic parmesan or jalapeno popper, I like to melt extra cheese on top and sprinkle with garnishes.
- Cut cinnamon churro waffles into sticks and serve in a little basket like this . So cute! Sometimes I dip them in sugar-free chocolate syrup .
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- Ingredients & Substitutions
- How To Make Chaffles
- Flavor Variations
- My Recipe Tips
- My Favorite Chaffle Makers
- Chaffle Recipe (5 Flavors, Not Eggy!) Recipe card
- Nutrition Info & Carb Count
- Serving Ideas
- Recipe Reviews
The Only Chaffle Recipe I Ever Make
My first chaffle years ago was a mixed experience. I liked it, but instantly knew I’d try to create my own chaffle recipe with a better flavor and texture. I’ve made so many batches since then to do just that, plus a bunch more chaffle recipes in different flavors. Here’s why this is the only guide you need:
- My version is not eggy – I found out about chaffles from my Wholesome Yum community group and several long forum threads many years ago. The formula going around was 1/2 cup cheese + 1 egg, which was good, but too eggy for me. So, I made some tweaks that I think make a much better tasting chaffle recipe without that eggy taste!
- Perfect waffle texture – Crispy on the outside? Check! Chewy on the inside? Check! I do enjoy my almond flour waffles , coconut flour waffles , and protein waffles , but this is the waffle I make the most.
- Quick and easy, plus great for meal prep – These use simple ingredients and are ready in just a few minutes. I often make a big batch on the weekend and freeze for later.
- Low carb, gluten-free, and keto friendly – Just 2g net carbs each!
- Basic version + 4 flavors – I’ll show you the basic version I always seem to come back to, plus several more chaffle recipes — sweet and savory. And you can use these as a base to make almost any flavor.
Oh, and if you’re gotten this far but are still asking, “what is a chaffle?” … here’s your answer: Cheese + waffles = chaffles! Fun, right? I just made the texture 100X better. 😉 Pick the flavor you like best and make it with me!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for chaffles, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
The original 2 ingredient chaffle recipe is just eggs and cheese. Like I said, I think it’s “fine” but kind of eggy. Instead, I recommend the short ingredient list below, which tastes more like a traditional waffle! It’s very neutral (not sweet or savory) and bread-like, making them great for sandwiches. You’ll need these 5 ingredients for my basic chaffle recipe:
- Shredded Cheese – I use mozzarella most often for its neutral flavor. Savory chaffles taste great with other kinds of cheese too, such as cheddar or Gruyere. Some chaffle recipes (like my pumpkin and jalapeno popper ones below) also have cream cheese, but I recommend this only in addition to shredded cheese, because shredded is responsible for the crispy texture. Finally, vegan cheese substitutes should work in place of shredded cheese or cream cheese — but check labels if you want to avoid processed ingredients.
- Eggs – One large egg for every 1/2 cup cheese. If you can’t have eggs, substitute a flax egg in any chaffle recipe. I have not tested other egg substitutes , but let me know if you find a different one that works for you.
- Almond Flour – Just a small amount makes them taste so much more like real waffles! For the best texture, I recommend Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour , which is super finely ground. To substitute coconut flour, use 1 teaspoon of coconut flour to replace each tablespoon of almond flour in my chaffle recipes (or vice versa).
- Psyllium Husk Powder – Makes your chaffles a little chewy. Golden flaxseed meal works, too.
- Baking Powder – For a little lift. Make sure to use baking powder , not baking soda , or you’ll get a terrible aftertaste.
How To Make Chaffles
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Preheat your chaffle maker . A regular waffle iron works just fine, too. You just want it hot to help you get that crisp exterior. I usually gather ingredients while it preheats.
- Mix the batter. Just whisk or stir the ingredients in a bowl. You can make my basic version above, or one of the flavors below! (As always, amounts are on the recipe card at the bottom.)
- Cook until golden and crispy. The chaffles will crisp up more as they cool.
Flavor Variations
Once you know how to make chaffles the basic way, it’s easy to change them up! Here are some of my favorite flavors. This is an overview — see amounts on the recipe card or more details for serving each flavor here .
- Garlic Parmesan – Mozzarella, parmesan, egg, minced garlic (or garlic powder), Italian seasoning , and baking powder. These remind me of garlic bread, so I like topping them with extra melted mozzarella, parmesan, and parsley.
- Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) – Mozzarella, egg, almond flour , psyllium husk powder, baking powder, butter, Besti , cinnamon, and vanilla. You can eat these whole, or for a more churro-like experience, cut them into sticks.
- Pumpkin – Cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, Besti , coconut flour , pumpkin pie spice , baking powder, and vanilla. I love these in the fall topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and sugar-free maple syrup .
- Jalapeno Popper – Cream cheese, cheddar, egg, baking powder, bacon, and jalapenos. These were in response to many of you asking me for spicy chaffles!
- Pizza Chaffles – Based on my basic chaffle recipe, with added seasonings and your favorite pizza toppings. I love marinara , mozzarella, and pepperoni.
- Chocolate Chaffle – A sweet cream cheese center sandwiched between two chocolate waffles… they remind me of keto Oreos ! If you prefer chocolate chip instead of all chocolate, make my cinnamon sugar recipe, but omit the cinnamon and add a couple tablespoons of sugar-free chocolate chips .
Some of you have asked me about alternatives to Besti for the sweet chaffle recipes — you can use any sugar substitute , but the texture turns out better with Besti, as it locks in moisture.
My Recipe Tips
- For a more uniform texture, use finely shredded cheese. Don’t worry if you have regular, though — that’s what I usually have on hand and used here, and it’s still delicious!
- If your batter has cream cheese, melt it first. My basic chaffle recipe doesn’t include it, but the sweet chaffles and the savory jalapeno popper ones do. Heating the cream cheese in the microwave or in a double boiler makes it easier to stir into the batter.
- If you make chaffles with coconut flour, let the batter sit for a few minutes. This allows it to thicken to the right consistency before cooking.
- Extra sensitive to eggy flavor? Use egg whites only. I don’t find this necessary, but you can replace the egg with 1 1/2 egg whites (about 3-4 tablespoons) in any of my chaffle recipes.
- Want extra crunch? Sprinkle cheese directly in the waffle maker. Simply add a little bit before adding the batter, then add more on top before closing the waffle maker. This works best for savory chaffles. I don’t recommend it for sweet ones, because cheese that’s not mixed into the batter will make them too salty.
- Your chaffle is done when steam is no longer coming out the sides. Some waffle makers also have a light that will tell you it’s done, but it’s not always perfect. If you have trouble removing your waffle, most likely it needs to cook for a bit longer.
- Cool slightly to crisp up and get more sturdy. Once the waffles cool from hot to just warm, any eggy taste diminishes and they get more crispy.
- Sweet chaffles in particular tend to be more fragile. I always let them cool in the (open) waffle maker for a bit, which helps with removal after.
- You can make chaffles more crispy with a quick last step. Feel free to pop them in the air fryer, toaster, oven, or toaster oven after cooking, which helps them get more crispy. You can even fry on the stove if you want. Keep in mind that chaffle recipes that contain only egg and cheese (without any almond or coconut flour) tend to be more floppy in the toaster, so for those I recommend one of the other methods.
My Favorite Chaffle Makers
I own 3 types of waffle makers and tested this chaffle recipe in all of them, as well as without one. Here are your options and how much batter to use:
- Dash Mini Waffle Maker – The most popular chaffle maker! It makes 4-inch rounds that are perfect for sandwiches. I used it for most of these pictures, and actually own two. Use 1/4 cup of batter per waffle.
- Multi Mini Waffle Maker – I got this one after I already had the two above, but now use it the most — pictures with me here. It makes 4 mini chaffles at once, which is a game changer! Same amount batter per waffle, just 4 times faster.
- Belgian Waffle Maker – I have this one and love the ceramic coating. I use it for other waffle types more, but it does work well for flavored chaffles that have a bit more batter. I recommend cutting them into quarters, as the large size is way too filling whole. Use 1/2 to 2/3 cup of batter per waffle.
- Without A Waffle Maker – You can also cook this batter the same way you would keto pancakes ! Just spread it (it’s too thick to pour) onto an oiled nonstick pan over medium heat, cook until golden, then flip and cook the other side. I use 2 tablespoons of batter for small pancakes, or 1/4 cup for large ones.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
Basic Chaffle Recipe For Sandwiches:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, but recommended for texture, sprinkle in so it doesn’t clump) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Garlic Parmesan Chaffles:
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 clove Garlic (minced; or use 1/2 clove for milder garlic flavor) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Cinnamon Sugar (Churro) Chaffles:
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 3/4 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour (or 2 tsp coconut flour) ▢
- 1 1/2 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted, divided, 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1 tbsp for topping) ▢
- 5 1/2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (divided, 1 1/2 tbsp for the batter + 1/4 cup for topping) ▢
- 1 1/4 tsp Cinnamon (divided, 1/2 tsp for the batter + 3/4 tsp for topping) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract ▢
- 1/2 tsp Psyllium husk powder (optional, for texture) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Pumpkin Chaffles:
- 1/2 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree ▢
- 2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ▢
- 3 tsp Wholesome Yum Coconut Flour ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Pumpkin pie spice ▢
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract (optional) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Spicy Jalapeno Popper Chaffles:
- 1 oz Cream cheese ▢
- 1 large Egg ▢
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded) ▢
- 2 tbsp Bacon bits ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Jalapenos ▢
- 1/4 tsp Baking powder (optional) ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
Instructions:
- Preheat your mini waffle iron for about 5 minutes , until hot.
- If the recipe contains cream cheese, place it into a bowl first. Heat it gently in the microwave (~ 15-30 seconds ) or a double boiler, until it’s soft and easy to stir.
- Stir together all the chaffle batter ingredients (everything except toppings, if any), including the cream cheese from the previous step if the version you are making has it.
- Scoop enough of the chaffle batter into the waffle maker to cover the surface well. (That’s about 1/2 cup batter for a regular waffle maker and 1/4 cup for a mini waffle maker .)
- Cook until browned and crispy, about 3-4 minutes . (See my tip in the post above about other ways to tell they are done without opening the waffle maker!)
- Carefully remove the chaffle from the waffle maker and set aside to crisp up more. (Cooling is important for texture!) Repeat with remaining batter, if any.
Special instruction for churro chaffles only:
- Stir together Besti and cinnamon for topping. After the chaffles are cooked and no longer hot, brush them with melted butter, then sprinkle all over with the cinnamon “sugar” topping (or dip into the topping).
Did You Like It?
Leave a rating to help other readers (this also helps me continue to provide free recipes on my site), or get the recipe sent to your inbox.
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 chaffle
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your batter as well as your final chaffle recipe, ways to make these extra crispy, prevent sticking, and more.
- Storage: Store extras in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Chaffles keep in the freezer for up to 6 months, so I love to meal prep them and keep a stash in my freezer at all times! They reheat beautifully, straight from frozen.
- Reheat: You can reheat these in the toaster, toaster oven, skillet, or conventional oven at 350 degrees F. I prefer the toaster, which is the fastest and easiest, and gets them crispy. Avoid the microwave, as the result is too soft, although my daughter likes them this way.
- Note on serving sizes: The serving size of 1 mini chaffle is just for easy scaling, but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal. The basic and garlic parmesan recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
- Note on nutrition info: The numbers here on the recipe card are for my basic chaffles. I’ve included nutrition info for the other flavors here . You can also customize this chaffle recipe in my Wholesome Yum App to adjust ingredients and it will re-calculate the macros for you.
📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Keto Freezer Meal System and Keto Cheat Sheet System !
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .
Add Your NotesYour Notes
© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead.
Chaffle Recipe
Nutrition Info & Carb Count
Calories and carbs in chaffles will vary by flavor. My recipe card only allows showing nutrition info for one, so I made this chart to show you all of them:
TIP: These numbers are always for 1 chaffle (for easy scaling), but sometimes you could have two, such as for a sandwich or full meal.
The basic and garlic parmesan chaffle recipes make 2 mini waffles each. The cinnamon sugar (churro), pumpkin, and spicy jalapeno popper recipes make 3 each.
Serving Ideas
Like keto bread , chaffles are kind of like a blank canvas, because you can do so many things with them. They are even better with toppings or as sandwiches! The way you serve them partly depends on the flavor. I have ideas below, with pictures of each:
- Make a chaffle sandwich using my basic chaffle recipe. I often go for turkey, mayo , lettuce, and tomato, shown below. They’re also delicious as a breakfast sandwich with oven baked bacon , egg, and cheese, or as a bun for a juicy burger . If you’re craving a bagel and don’t want the effort of making keto bagels , add some everything bagel seasoning to the basic batter.
- Drizzle with syrup or spread with jam. Wholesome Yum Zero Sugar Maple Syrup or sugar-free chia jam are both amazing on sweet chaffles! I also added a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream below.
- Add melted cheese and toppings. For savory chaffles, like garlic parmesan or jalapeno popper, I like to melt extra cheese on top and sprinkle with garnishes.
- Cut cinnamon churro waffles into sticks and serve in a little basket like this . So cute! Sometimes I dip them in sugar-free chocolate syrup .
