Ham and Cheese Chaffles (Printable version)
Crispy golden waffles with melted cheddar, Parmesan, and savory ham—ready in 15 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk or regular milk
→ Cheeses
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
→ Meats
05 - 1/3 cup diced cooked ham
→ Dry Ingredients
06 - 2 tbsp almond flour
07 - 1/4 tsp baking powder
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/8 tsp black pepper
10 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your waffle maker according to manufacturer instructions until ready for use.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk until fully blended.
03 - Add cheddar cheese, Parmesan, diced ham, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined and uniform.
04 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle maker with nonstick cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
05 - Pour half the batter into the center of the waffle maker, spreading gently to distribute evenly. Close lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
06 - Repeat with remaining batter to make the second chaffle.
07 - Remove chaffles carefully using a spatula and transfer to a wire rack. Let cool briefly to maintain maximum crispiness. Serve warm.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The texture is somehow both crunchy and tender, like the love child of a waffle and a grilled cheese sandwich
- Perfect for those mornings when you want something substantial but without the carb heavy aftermath
02 -
- Do not open the waffle maker early or you will tear apart your chaffle—wait for that golden color
- Letting them cool on a wire rack instead of a plate keeps them crispy instead of steaming themselves soggy
03 -
- Shred your own cheese from a block instead of buying pre shredded for better melting
- A mini waffle maker makes perfectly portioned chaffles, but a regular one works just fine