These Keto Pumpkin Chaffles are so easy to make in less than 10 minutes and are the perfect low carb breakfast for fall. They’re full of warm spices & cozy pumpkin and cook up soft, crispy and delicious!
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Fall is just a few day and that calls for all things pumpkin. Pumpkin Pancakes, Pumpkin Waffles and now these Keto Pumpkin Chaffles.
WHAT IS A CHAFFLE?
You guys went absolutely crazy for our chaffle recipe last week so we had to share these yummy fall inspired chaffles we posted on Instagram last week.
Chaffles are all the rage right now on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. This popular breakfast recipe has taken the keto world by storm. It went viral overnight in forums and it’s not hard to see why.
All you really need for this crazy simple recipe is just cheese + eggs plus a waffle maker. They cook up just like waffles so they’re perfect for breakfast with a side of bacon. Or you can even use them for anything you would normally use sandwich bread for – pizza chaffles, a chaffle sandwich and taco chaffles!
WHAT ARE KETO CHAFFLES MADE OF?
There are lots of different variations on chaffles. The original chaffle recipe is made with just 2 ingredients using cheese and eggs.
Chaffles are super quick and easy to make and take just 5 minutes to using a mini waffle maker. Even your kids and husband can help!
WHAT WAFFLE MAKER DO I USE:
The best part about chaffles is that you can use any waffle maker you have. These are the two we use:
SO WHERE CAN I BUY THE DASH MINI WAFFLE MAKER?
We bought ours on Amazon, but you can find them at Target, Crate & Barrel and Bed Bath & Beyond
INGREDIENTS FOR LOW CARB PUMPKIN CHAFFLES:
Our keto pumpkin chaffle recipe makes 4 mini chaffles in a DASH mini waffle maker
or 2 chaffles if you’re using a Belgian Waffle Maker:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup superfine blanched almond flour: adds structure and makes them less eggy/cheesy and more bread like
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder: makes them rise and extra fluffy
- 3/4 cup shredded cheese: use your favorite – I used a mix of shredded mozzarella cheese and shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tablespoon pure pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon pure maple extract (or sub with vanilla extract if you don’t have maple)
- low carb sweetener, if desired (I didn’t use any)
HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN CHAFFLES:
COAT WAFFLE IRON: Lightly spray your waffle maker with cooking spray or ghee and let it heat up on high.
MAKE THE BATTER: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond flour and baking powder. Stir in cheese, pumpkin and maple extract until combined.
COOK THE CHAFFLES:
IF USING A BELGIAN WAFFLE MAKER: Pour half of the waffle batter into the middle of your waffle iron and close the lid. Cook until crispy, flip and cook again as necessary.
IF USING A DASH MINI WAFFLE MAKER: Pour 1/4 cup of the waffle batter into the middle of your waffle iron and close the lid. Cook until crispy, flip and cook again as necessary.
SERVE HOT: Carefully transfer to plate and serve with some butter, sugar free maple syrup or your desired toppings.
ARE PUMPKIN CHAFFLES KETO?
Yes! Since they’re made with eggs and cheese, they are completely grain free, gluten free, low carb and ketogenic friendly.
The nutritional info for 1 mini chaffle is:
- 166 calories
- 2g NET CARBS = 3g Total Carbs – 1g Fiber
- 12g Fat
- 11g Protein
- 1g Sugar
HOW TO STORE PUMPKIN CHAFFLES:
The great thing about pumpkin chaffles is you can make a big batch on your meal prep Sunday and store them in the fridge or freezer when you’re ready to eat them.
CAN YOU FREEZE PUMPKIN CHAFFLES:
Lay them flat in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place the pan in the freezer for 30 minutes. Transfer to a large resealable freezer bag or an airtight freezable container.
TO REHEAT LOW CARB PUMPKIN WAFFLES:
Remove the low carb waffles from the freezer and reheat them in the waffle maker or in the oven at 350F until crispy.
IS PUMPKIN KETO?
So you’re probably wondering, can I eat pumpkin on keto? Yes, surprisingly pumpkin is relatively lower in carbs when compared to other winter squash. Just like everything else, you just need to watch your portion size.
HOW MANY CARBS DOES PUMPKIN HAVE?
½ cup of canned pumpkin is:
42 calories
6 grams of net carbs – 10 grams of total carbs – 4 grams fiber
ARE PUMPKIN SEEDS KETO-FRIENDLY?
Shelled pumpkin seeds, or pepitas can be eaten in moderation on a low carb diet.
They only have 2 grams of carbs per serving so are perfect if you’re following a ketogenic diet.
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These Pumpkin Chaffles are easy to make and the perfect low carb breakfast for fall. They're full of warm spices & cozy pumpkin and cook up soft, crispy and delicious!
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup superfine blanched almond flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon pure maple extract OR vanilla extract
Lightly coat your waffle maker with cooking spray or ghee and let it heat up on high.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond flour and baking powder. Stir in cheese, pumpkin puree and maple extract until combined.
IF USING A BELGIAN WAFFLE MAKER: Pour half of the waffle batter into the middle of your waffle iron and close the lid. Cook until crispy, flip and cook again as necessary.
IF USING A DASH MINI WAFFLE MAKER: Pour 1/4 cup of the waffle batter into the middle of your waffle iron and close the lid. Cook until crispy, flip and cook again as necessary. Repeat with remaining batter
Carefully transfer to plate and serve with desired toppings.
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