Description
This recipe for the Best Crunchy Ham Cheese Chaffles Ever combines the savory flavors of cheddar cheese and diced ham into a crispy, golden waffle using a mini waffle maker. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside, these low-carb chaffles make a delicious breakfast, snack, or light meal that is quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Chaffle Ingredients
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (freshly grated, large holes)
- 2 large Eggs (whisked well)
- 1 cup Ham (diced)
- 1 pinch Salt (optional)
- 1 pinch Black Pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Maker: Preheat your mini waffle maker to medium heat to ensure it’s ready for cooking the chaffles.
- Mix Eggs and Ham: In a mixing bowl, combine the whisked eggs and diced ham, gently whisking until the mixture is well incorporated.
- Add Cheese: Fold in the freshly grated, cold cheddar cheese evenly into the egg and ham mixture, ensuring a uniform batter.
- Cook Chaffles: Spoon about ¼ cup of the batter into the center of the preheated waffle maker, spreading slightly if needed.
- Cook Until Golden: Cook for 3-4 minutes until the chaffle turns golden brown and develops a crispy texture.
- Remove and Repeat: Carefully remove the cooked chaffle from the waffle maker and repeat the process with the remaining batter until all chaffles are cooked.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, cook the chaffles a little longer but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- You can substitute cheddar with other cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
- Adding herbs like chives or parsley can enhance flavor without extra calories.
- Use a non-stick waffle maker or grease lightly if sticking occurs.
- Serve warm for best texture and taste; leftover chaffles can be reheated in toaster or oven.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Ham Cheese Chaffles, Low Carb Waffles, Keto Breakfast, Cheddar Cheese Recipes, Easy Chaffles, Savory Waffles
