Best Crunchy Ham Cheese Chaffles Ever Recipe
This recipe for the Best Crunchy Ham Cheese Chaffles Ever offers a quick and delicious low-carb snack or breakfast option. Made with freshly grated cheddar cheese, diced ham, and eggs, these chaffles are cooked in a mini waffle maker to achieve a perfect golden-brown, crispy texture. The combination of savory ham and melted cheese creates a satisfying and flavorful bite that’s ideal for keto or low-carb diets.
- Author: Caleb
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 chaffles 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Chaffle Ingredients
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (freshly grated from the larger holes)
- 2 large Eggs (whisked well)
- 1 cup Ham (diced)
- 1 pinch Salt (optional)
- 1 pinch Black Pepper (optional)
- Preheat Waffle Maker: Begin by preheating your mini waffle maker to a medium heat setting to ensure it’s hot and ready for cooking.
- Mix Eggs and Ham: In a bowl, combine the whisked eggs and diced ham. Gently whisk until the mixture is thoroughly blended.
- Add Cheese: Fold in the freshly grated, cold cheddar cheese into the egg and ham mixture. Stir gently to distribute the cheese evenly throughout the batter.
- Cook Chaffles: Spoon about ¼ cup of the mixture into the center of your preheated waffle maker, spreading slightly if needed.
- Cook Until Golden: Cook the chaffles for 3 to 4 minutes or until they become golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove Chaffles: Carefully remove the cooked chaffle from the waffle maker using a spatula or similar utensil to avoid breaking.
- Repeat: Repeat the spooning and cooking process with the remaining batter until all chaffles are cooked.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding herbs like parsley or chives to the mixture.
- Ensure the cheese is cold and freshly grated for the best texture and melting quality.
- If you want a spicier version, add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika to the batter.
- Serve chaffles immediately for optimal crunchiness, or store in an airtight container and reheat in a toaster or oven to restore crispness.
- Use a non-stick waffle maker or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
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