Keto Onion Ring Chaffles

These keto onion ring chaffles deliver all the crispy, cheesy satisfaction of classic onion rings without the carbs or deep-frying. Shredded cheddar, eggs, a touch of almond flour, and thinly sliced onions come together in a waffle maker to create golden chaffles with caramelized, crunchy edges and a soft, savory interior. Enjoy them hot off the waffle iron as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, and serve with your favorite keto dips like ranch or spicy mayo for a nostalgic, low-carb treat.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Keto, Low Carb

Keyword keto chaffles, keto onion ring chaffles, low carb snack, onion ring chaffles, waffle maker recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings chaffles

Calories 210kcal

Equipment

mini waffle maker
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Cutting board
Sharp knife
measuring cups and spoons
spatula or tongs

Ingredients

For the keto onion ring chaffles

2 large eggs beaten
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese low moisture, part skim
1/4 cup blanched almond flour
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup yellow onion very thinly sliced and lightly chopped
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt or to taste
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
1 tablespoon melted butter for greasing waffle maker, more as needed

Optional keto dipping sauce

1/4 cup mayonnaise sugar free
2 tablespoons sour cream full fat
1 teaspoon sugar free hot sauce or to taste, for spicy mayo style dip
1/4 teaspoon onion powder for the dipping sauce
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt or to taste, for the dipping sauce

Instructions

Preheat a mini waffle maker according to the manufacturer instructions until it is fully hot and ready to cook.
Add the eggs to a mixing bowl and whisk until the yolks and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy.
Whisk in the heavy cream, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until the seasonings are evenly distributed in the egg mixture.
Stir in the almond flour and grated Parmesan cheese until a smooth, slightly thick batter forms with no visible dry spots of flour.
Fold in the shredded cheddar, shredded mozzarella, and the very thinly sliced and lightly chopped onion until they are evenly dispersed throughout the batter.
Lightly brush or spray the hot waffle maker plates with melted butter to prevent sticking and encourage crispy edges.
Spoon a portion of the chaffle batter onto the center of the waffle maker, using just enough to thinly cover the plates once closed without overflowing.
Close the waffle maker and cook the chaffle until the cheese is deeply golden, the edges look crisp, and steam has mostly subsided, usually about 3 to 4 minutes depending on your machine.
Carefully lift the finished chaffle out with a spatula or tongs and transfer it to a wire rack or plate to keep the edges crisp while you cook the remaining batter.
Repeat greasing the waffle maker and cooking with the remaining batter, adjusting the amount of batter if needed to keep each chaffle thin and crispy like an onion ring.
While the chaffles cook, prepare the optional dipping sauce by stirring together the mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar free hot sauce, onion powder, and salt in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
Serve the keto onion ring chaffles hot with the prepared keto dipping sauce or your favorite ranch or spicy mayo, and enjoy immediately for the best crunch.
To store leftovers, let the chaffles cool completely, then layer them between sheets of parchment paper in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.
Reheat chilled chaffles in a toaster oven or dry skillet over medium heat until warmed through and crisp again, avoiding the microwave so they stay crunchy.

Notes

For the crispiest texture, make sure the waffle maker is fully preheated before adding the batter and avoid opening it too early so the cheese can brown and set. Slice the onion very thinly so it softens quickly and blends into the cheesy batter without remaining crunchy in the center. If your batter seems too runny, stir in a little extra shredded cheddar or a small pinch of almond flour to thicken it slightly. These chaffles are very rich, so thinner portions help keep macros in check while still delivering big onion ring flavor. Feel free to add cooked bacon bits or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter for an extra savory or spicy twist.

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