Name: Irresistible Grilled Cheese Chaffle – Low-Carb Comfort Delight Recipe
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large egg – Binds the chaffle together and provides structure.; 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese – Creates a golden, crispy crust; freshly shredded cheese melts better!; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder – Adds a delightful depth of flavor to each bite.; 2 slices American cheese – Offers that creamy meltiness right in the center of your chaffle.; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter – Enhances richness and helps achieve that perfect grilled finish.

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Introduction

The Irresistible Grilled Cheese Chaffle is a low-carb twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, this chaffle sandwich is quick to make and perfect for any time you crave something warm and satisfying without the carbs.

Three stacked golden brown waffles with a crisp texture hold a gooey, melted white cheese filling that stretches slightly between each waffle. Small green herb pieces are mixed into the cheese, adding contrast to the creamy layer. On top of the stack, a small green herb sprig rests for decoration. The image is set against a white marbled texture in soft lighting, highlighting the crispy and melty details of the waffles and cheese. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 large egg
0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
2 slices American cheese
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the waffle maker to medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
Step 2: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
Step 3: Pour half of the mixture into the preheated waffle maker and cook for about 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Repeat the process with the remaining mixture and cook for another 4 minutes.
Step 5: In a nonstick skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until bubbly.
Step 6: Place one crispy chaffle in the skillet, add the American cheese, and cover with the second chaffle.
Step 7: Cook the sandwich for about 1 minute, then carefully flip and grill the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cheese melts.
Step 8: Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Allow chaffles to cool slightly before assembly to maintain crispness and prevent sogginess.
Use medium heat while grilling to ensure the cheese melts properly without burning the chaffles.
Try adding herbs like parsley or chives to the batter for extra flavor.
Swap American cheese with mozzarella or pepper jack for a different melt and taste.

Storage

Store leftover chaffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, gently toast them in a toaster oven or warm them in a nonstick skillet over medium heat to restore crispness. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the chaffles soggy.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a stack of four golden-brown crispy waffles with square patterns, each layer filled with melted white cheese mixed with small green herb pieces that slightly ooze out at the edges, showing a soft and gooey texture inside contrasted with the crunchy waffle exterior. The waffles have an even browning with some lighter and darker spots giving them a fresh baked look, all set against a blurred white marbled texture background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make chaffles without a waffle maker?

A waffle maker is ideal for achieving the classic chaffle texture and shape, but you can cook the batter in a nonstick skillet as a flat pancake alternative. The texture will be slightly different, but still delicious.

What kind of cheese works best for chaffles?

Freshly shredded cheddar cheese is best for the batter as it melts evenly and crisps well. For the filling, American cheese provides the perfect creamy melt, but feel free to experiment with mozzarella, pepper jack, or your favorite melting cheese.