Pioneer Woman Chaffles Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Chaffles Recipe is a crispy and cheesy recipe, which uses simple eggs and melting mozzarella cheese. It’s the ultimate keto bread substitute, ready in about 10 minutes.

Pioneer Woman Chaffles Recipe Ingredients

Original Chaffles:

• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Bacon Cheddar Chive Chaffles:

• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
• 2 slices cooked bacon, finely chopped
• 1 Tbsp. finely chopped chives
• For serving: Shredded cheddar jack cheese, chopped bacon, and chives

How To Make Pioneer Woman Chaffles Recipe

1. Prep the iron: Preheat a mini waffle iron. This recipe works best in a mini iron (like a Dash), but a standard iron works if you pour small amounts.
2. Make the Original Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until fully combined.
3. Cook the Original: Lightly spray the waffle iron if needed (though the cheese has plenty of oil). Scoop the batter into the waffle iron (using about 1/4 to 1/3 cup per chaffle, depending on your iron’s capacity). Close the lid and cook until the automatic light turns green or the steam stops, about 3 to 4 minutes. The chaffle should be golden brown and crispy.
4. Cool: Carefully remove the chaffle and transfer it to a cooling rack. Crucial: Let it sit for a minute or two. As it cools, the cheese hardens, making the chaffle crispy rather than floppy.
5. Make the Bacon Cheddar Chive Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Stir in the shredded cheddar jack cheese, finely chopped cooked bacon, and fresh chives.
6. Cook the Bacon Variation: Pour the batter into the preheated iron just as before. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until crispy. Remove and let cool on a rack.
7. Serve: Serve immediately, or use as sandwich bread. For the bacon version, top with extra crumbled bacon and chives if desired.

Recipe Tips

• Shred Your Own Cheese: While pre-shredded cheese works, shredding your own block cheese melts better and results in a crispier, less waxy texture because it lacks anti-caking agents (cellulose).
• The “Crispy” Trick: If you want an extra crispy exterior, sprinkle a pinch of cheese directly onto the hot waffle iron before pouring the batter, and another pinch on top of the batter before closing the lid. This creates a fried cheese crust.
• Don’t Peek: Resist the urge to open the waffle iron too early. If you open it while the cheese is still melting, the chaffle will split in half. Wait for the steam to subside.
• Batter Consistency: This is not a flour-based batter. It will look like cheesy scrambled eggs before cooking. That is normal!

What To Serve With Pioneer Woman Chaffles

Chaffles are incredibly versatile and can be used as a bread replacement or a snack.

• Breakfast Sandwich: Use two chaffles as the “bread” for bacon, egg, and cheese.
• Keto Burger Bun: Perfect size for a burger patty.
• Pizza Crust: Top an original chaffle with marinara and pepperoni, then broil.
• Dipping: Serve the bacon cheddar version with ranch dressing.

How To Store Pioneer Woman Chaffles Recipe

• Refrigerate: Allow chaffles to cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: To restore the crunch, pop them in the toaster or toaster oven for 1-2 minutes. Do not microwave, as they will become soft and rubbery.
• Freeze: Chaffles freeze beautifully. Place parchment paper between them to prevent sticking and freeze in a bag for up to 3 months. Toast directly from frozen.

Pioneer Woman Chaffles Recipe Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 210
• Total Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 220mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 2g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 0g
• Protein: 14g

Nutrition information is estimated per serving (approx. 2 small chaffles).

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