Ham and Cheese Keto Chaffles

Ham and cheese keto chaffles are a savory and satisfying low-carb dish made in a waffle maker with eggs, mozzarella, sharp cheddar, ham, and a touch of almond flour. They deliver a crispy exterior and fluffy, eggy interior for a comforting bite any time of day, from breakfast to quick lunches and snacks. Perfect for meal prep, these chaffles store and reheat beautifully, making it easy to stay on track with your keto lifestyle.

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine American, Keto, Low Carb

Keyword ham and cheese chaffles, keto breakfast, keto chaffles, keto meal prep, low carb waffles

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings chaffles

Calories 210kcal

Equipment

mini waffle maker
Mixing bowl
Whisk
measuring cups and spoons
Rubber spatula

Ingredients

For the ham and cheese keto chaffles

2 large eggs room temperature if possible
1/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese low-moisture, part-skim or whole milk
1/4 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped deli ham sugar-free, thick slices preferred
2 tablespoons blanched almond flour super-fine for best texture
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese adds extra crispiness
1/4 teaspoon baking powder aluminum-free if possible
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt or to taste, reduce if ham is very salty
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste
1 tablespoon melted butter or avocado oil plus more for greasing the waffle maker if needed

Optional toppings and serving ideas

1/4 medium ripe avocado sliced, for serving
2 tablespoons sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or green onion for garnish
1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning optional sprinkle on top

Instructions

Preheat a mini waffle maker until fully hot, following the manufacturer instructions, and lightly grease it with a small amount of butter or avocado oil if it is not nonstick.
Add the eggs to a mixing bowl and whisk until the yolks and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy.
Whisk in the almond flour, Parmesan, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and melted butter or avocado oil until a smooth batter forms with no visible lumps of almond flour.
Fold in the shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar, and finely chopped ham until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter without overmixing.
Spoon approximately 1/4 of the batter onto the center of the preheated mini waffle maker, spreading it slightly toward the edges without overfilling to prevent overflow.
Close the waffle maker and cook the chaffle until deeply golden brown and crisp at the edges, usually about 3 to 4 minutes, resisting the urge to open it too early so the cheese can set and release cleanly.
Carefully lift the chaffle out with a spatula or fork and transfer it to a wire rack to stay crisp while you repeat with the remaining batter to make a total of 4 chaffles.
Serve the ham and cheese keto chaffles warm on their own or topped with sliced avocado, sour cream, fresh chives, and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning, or use them as bread for a keto sandwich or as dippers for your favorite low carb sauces and dips.
For meal prep, let the chaffles cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze separated by parchment paper, and reheat in a toaster or air fryer until hot and crisp before serving.

Notes

To keep these chaffles strictly keto, always choose sugar-free deli ham and avoid any varieties glazed with honey or brown sugar. A mini waffle maker works best to create consistently crisp chaffles, but a full-size waffle iron can be used by cooking the batter in batches and leaving extra space so the cheese can brown instead of steam. If your chaffles turn out soft, cook them a bit longer until the cheese is a rich golden brown, then cool briefly on a wire rack to let steam escape and the edges firm up. The batter can be mixed up to one day in advance and stored in the refrigerator, then stirred before cooking. Feel free to customize with a pinch of smoked paprika, diced jalapeños, or swapping ham for turkey or bacon, keeping additions small so the chaffles stay crisp and low in carbs.

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