Irresistible Grilled Cheese Chaffle – Low-Carb Comfort Delight Recipe
This Irresistible Grilled Cheese Chaffle is a low-carb twist on a classic comfort food favorite, combining crispy cheese waffles with melted American cheese inside for a gooey, satisfying sandwich perfect for a quick meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Waffle Maker and Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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For the Chaffle Base
- 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.
For the Filling
- 2 slices American cheese – Offers that creamy meltiness right in the center of your chaffle.
For Grilling
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter – Enhances richness and helps achieve that perfect grilled finish.
Instructions
- Preheat waffle maker: Preheat your waffle maker to medium-high heat for about 5 minutes to ensure it is hot enough for crispy chaffles.
- Prepare chaffle batter: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar cheese until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Cook chaffles: Pour half of the cheese and egg mixture into the preheated waffle maker and cook for about 4 minutes, or until the chaffle is golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make a second chaffle.
- Melt butter in skillet: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter until it is bubbly to prepare for grilling.
- Assemble and grill sandwich: Place one crispy chaffle in the skillet, top with two slices of American cheese, and cover with the second chaffle. Cook for about 1 minute, then carefully flip and grill the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sandwich is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove the grilled cheese chaffle sandwich from the skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Allow chaffles to cool slightly before assembly to maintain crispness.
- Use medium heat while grilling to ensure the cheese melts properly without burning the chaffles.
Keywords: grilled cheese, chaffle, low carb, keto, cheese waffle, quick sandwich, comfort food
