Ham and Cheese Chaffles (Printable)

Golden crispy waffles made with cheddar, ham, and eggs—ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk or regular milk

→ Cheeses

03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

→ Meats

05 - 1/3 cup diced cooked ham

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 2 tablespoons almond flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
10 - Pinch of salt

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your waffle maker according to manufacturer instructions
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk until fully combined
03 - Add cheddar cheese, Parmesan, diced ham, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined and batter forms
04 - Lightly grease the waffle maker with nonstick spray or a small amount of oil
05 - Pour half the batter into the center of the waffle maker, spreading gently. Close and cook for 4–5 minutes, or until golden and crispy
06 - Repeat with the remaining batter
07 - Remove chaffles carefully and let cool on a wire rack for maximum crispiness. Serve warm

# Tips from dashanddishes:

01 -
  • Ready in 15 minutes from start to finish with ingredients you probably already have in your fridge
  • The combination of sharp cheddar and salty ham creates the most incredible savory flavor profile
  • Perfect for anyone missing bread on a low-carb lifestyle but still wants something satisfyingly crispy
02 -
  • Letting the chaffles cool on a wire rack instead of a plate is crucial for keeping them crispy
  • Do not open the waffle maker too early or you will tear the chaffle apart
  • The batter should be thick and slightly lumpy, not smooth like traditional waffle batter
03 -
  • Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded for better melting and texture
  • Let the batter sit for 2 minutes before cooking to let the almond flour absorb moisture