Easy Zucchini Chaffles

Four zucchini chaffles stacked on a green plate with a Dash waffle maker and a zucchini in the background.

These easy zucchini chaffles are a crispy, sturdy low-carb bread substitute made in a waffle maker. They're perfect for keto sandwiches, burgers, and mini pizzas.

Course Breakfast, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings chaffles

Calories 129kcal

Author Marjory Pilley

Equipment

Dash Mini Waffle Maker

Ingredients

1 egg
½ cup mozzarella cheese finely shredded; any type of shredded cheese may be used including cheddar and Colby Jack cheese
½ cup shredded zucchini measured after excess moisture is pressed out
¼ teaspoon garlic powder Italian seasoning, or another favorite spice may be used
1 Tablespoon almond flour Use up to 2 Tablespoons for extra-crispy chaffles, or omit for a softer texture.

Instructions

Preheat the mini waffle maker.

The instructions assume you are using a mini waffle maker, like the Dash. The recipe will work with other waffle makers, but the yield may vary. Always follow the instructions for your appliance.

Whisk egg in a small bowl and combine with shredded cheese, grated zucchini, garlic powder, and almond flour.
Open the waffle maker and lightly mist it with cooking spray. Add about ¼ cup of the batter to the center of the waffle maker. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly to the edges of the waffle maker.
Allow the chaffle to cook for about 4 minutes or until the steam no longer escapes from the sides of the waffle maker and the outside is crisp and golden brown. Gently remove with silicone tongs.
Repeat with remaining batter. The chaffles will continue to crisp and firm up for a few minutes after you remove them.

Notes

Yield: This recipe makes 2 chaffles. Depending on how thinly you spread the batter, you may have a little batter left over. Just pour it into the center of the waffle maker to make a mini zucchini chaffle!

Shredded zucchini - Shred a zucchini using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor fitted with a shredding attachment. Press the shredded zucchini between paper towels or a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture, then measure the amount needed for the recipe.

Different Waffle Maker - If using a different type of waffle maker, follow your appliance's directions. The general process works the same way. This recipe produces one waffle if you are using a Belgian waffle maker

Store - Store chaffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster or air fryer until crisp.

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