Name: Low Carb Grilled Cheese Chaffle Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/4 tsp garlic seasoning (Tone’s garlic powder recommended); 2 slices American cheese; 1 tbsp unsalted butter (Kerrygold recommended)

Introduction

This Low Carb Grilled Cheese Chaffle is a perfect keto-friendly twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. Made with crispy cheese waffles as the bread, it offers a deliciously cheesy and satisfying meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Two golden brown waffles are stacked on a white plate, each with a crispy, textured surface showing deep square pockets. Between the waffles, there is a thick layer of melted white and orange cheese oozing out slightly along the edges. The waffles have a crunchy look with a warm, toasted color and melted cheese dripping down the sides. The plate sits on a white marbled texture, and the focus is on the close-up detail of the cheesy filling and crisp waffle texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 large egg
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 tsp garlic seasoning (such as Tone’s garlic powder)
2 slices American cheese
1 tbsp butter (unsalted, like Kerrygold, recommended)

Instructions

Step 1: Begin by heating your mini waffle maker. In a small bowl, combine the egg, garlic seasoning, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well to form the chaffle batter.
Step 2: When the waffle maker is hot, pour in half of the batter. Close the lid and cook for about 4 minutes until golden and set. Remove and repeat with the remaining batter to make the second chaffle.
Step 3: Heat a pan over medium heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt completely to create a flavorful base for grilling.
Step 4: Place one chaffle in the pan, top with the American cheese slices, then cover with the second chaffle to form a sandwich. Grill for about 1 minute on the first side.
Step 5: Flip the sandwich carefully and grill for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the chaffles are warmed through. Remove from the pan and serve hot.

Tips & Variations

Use your favorite cheese for the chaffle batter to customize flavors—mozzarella or pepper jack work well too.
For extra flavor, add herbs like chopped chives or a pinch of smoked paprika to the chaffle mixture.
Swap American cheese slices with a dairy-free alternative for a lactose-free version.
If you don’t have a mini waffle maker, a sandwich press or panini maker can be substituted for cooking the chaffles.

Storage

Store any leftover chaffles or assembled sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to maintain crispiness or use a toaster oven. Avoid microwaving to keep the chaffle texture intact.

How to Serve

A stack of two golden brown waffles sits on a white plate, each waffle showing a crisp, textured grid pattern on top. Between the waffles are two layers of melted cheddar cheese, bright orange and gooey, oozing slightly over the edges. There is also a layer of cooked eggs visible beneath the cheese, white and fluffy with some golden spots. The plate rests on a light gray cloth, set against a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the chaffles ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the chaffles in advance and store them in the fridge. Reheat in a skillet or toaster oven before assembling the sandwich for best results.

What if I don’t have garlic seasoning?

You can substitute with a small pinch of garlic powder or omit it altogether. The cheddar cheese provides plenty of flavor on its own.

Low Carb Grilled Cheese Chaffle Recipe

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A low-carb grilled cheese sandwich made with crispy cheddar cheese chaffles as the bread, assembled with American cheese and butter-grilled to golden perfection. This recipe is perfect for keto and low-carb diets offering a cheesy, satisfying, and quick-to-make snack or meal.

Author: Tara
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 1 grilled cheese chaffle sandwich 1x
Category: Lunch
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Carb

Ingredients

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Chaffle Batter

1 large egg
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 tsp garlic seasoning (Tone’s garlic powder recommended)

For Assembling and Grilling

2 slices American cheese
1 tbsp unsalted butter (Kerrygold recommended)

Instructions

Prepare the Chaffle Mixture: Heat your mini waffle maker. In a small bowl, combine the egg, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well to form the chaffle batter.
Cook the Chaffles: Pour half of the batter into the preheated waffle maker. Close the lid and cook for about 4 minutes until the chaffle turns golden and is set. Remove and repeat with the remaining batter.
Prepare the Pan for Grilling: Heat a pan over medium heat on the stove. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt completely to create a flavorful grilling base.
Assemble and Grill the Chaffle Sandwich: Place one cooked chaffle in the pan, layer with the two slices of American cheese, then top with the second chaffle. Grill for about 1 minute on the first side.
Finish Grilling and Serve: Flip the sandwich carefully and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts thoroughly and the chaffle is heated through. Remove and serve hot.

Notes

Use a non-stick or well-seasoned waffle maker for easy removal of chaffles.
Adjust garlic seasoning to taste or substitute with onion powder for a different flavor.
American cheese melts smoothly, but feel free to experiment with mozzarella or provolone for variation.
Butter adds flavor and helps achieve a golden crust; use unsalted butter to control sodium content.
For a crispier chaffle, cook a little longer but monitor to prevent burning.

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