A low-carb chaffle burger is a delicious and keto-friendly alternative to traditional burgers, where the bun is replaced with a chaffle. A chaffle is a simple combination of cheese and eggs cooked in a waffle iron, creating a crispy and bread-like texture. Here’s a basic recipe for a low-carb chaffle burger:
Ingredients:
For the Chaffle:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- Optional: 1 tablespoon almond flour or coconut flour (for added texture)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (for a fluffier chaffle)
For the Burger:
- 1/4 to 1/2 pound ground beef (or your preferred protein)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cheese slices (cheddar, Swiss, or your favorite keto-friendly cheese)
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickles
- Mustard or sugar-free ketchup (optional)
- Avocado slices (optional)
Instructions:
For the Chaffle:
- Preheat your waffle iron.
- In a bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella, egg, and optional almond flour or coconut flour until well combined.
- If you’re using baking powder, add it to the mixture and stir.
- Spoon half of the mixture onto the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until golden and crisp.
- Repeat with the remaining batter to make a second chaffle.
For the Burger:
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then shape it into burger patties.
- Cook the burger patties on a grill or stovetop until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- Place a slice of cheese on each burger patty a minute or two before they’re done cooking to allow it to melt.
- Assemble your chaffle burger by placing a chaffle on a plate, followed by a lettuce leaf, the burger patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, pickles, and any other desired toppings.
- Top the burger with the second chaffle to create a sandwich.
Enjoy your low-carb chaffle burger! Feel free to customize it with your favorite keto-friendly toppings and condiments.
