Okay, stop right there. Drop whatever you are doing and fun to the kitchen. Don’t walk, run! Dust off your waffle iron and make some of these super crispy Keto Cheddar Zucchini Waffles. You won’t regret it!
I love my waffle iron and l love coming up with creative flavors of keto waffles. Normally I think of them as a lightly sweetened breakfast treat, meant to be served with butter and keto maple syrup. But savory waffles have a special charm all their own.
I created this recipe when I was overrun with zucchini, as I am every virtually summer. And even though I cook for a living, I can be hard-pressed to figure out what to do with it all. One can only make so many loaves of keto zucchini bread before one craves a different flavor!
These became an instant hit for me and the family, and for many of my followers too. They’re amazingly crisp, with a zesty, cheesy flavor. And they’re wonderful for breakfast, sandwiches, and as an easy side dish with dinner.
★★★★★
Jo says: “I would give 10 stars if I could. I am obsessed with these waffles. They are so versatile. I will be making a double batch this afternoon.. I have used them for breakfast sandwich; a BLT sandwich gouchamale with tomato; as a bread to accompany a meal. THANK YOU for this amazing recipe.”
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Zucchini: They wouldn’t be zucchini waffles without it! You could also try yellow summer squash.
- Eggs: You need a fair number of eggs for these waffles, to give them proper structure.
- Cheddar: I like sharp cheddar, but any kind will work. I’ve also used pepper jack and it was delicious!
- Almond flour: This also provides structure for the waffles. Coconut flour does not make crisp waffles so I don’t recommend it. But other nut and seed flours should work.
- Heavy cream: A little extra moisture gives the batter the right consistency so that is spreads in the waffle iron.
- Kitchen staples: Garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne, baking powder.
How to Make Cheddar Zucchini Waffles
- Drain the zucchini: Lightly salt the shredded zucchini and let drain, then squeeze out the excess moisture.
- Combine the wet ingredients: Whisk the eggs to break them up, then whisk in the cheese, cream, garlic, and seasonings.
- Add the dry ingredients: Stir in the almond flour and baking powder until well combined.
- Add to the waffle iron: Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of batter to each section of a mini waffle iron (for larger waffles, you will need more).
- Cook: Let cook until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and enjoy!
Carolyn’s Tips for Success
Take the time to drain and squeeze the zucchini very well. Too much moisture can make the waffles soggy.
Brush the waffle iron with melted butter for a beautiful crispy, golden exterior.
The size and number of waffles you get depends on your waffle iron. I love using the mini Dash waffle maker for these, as I get 12 perfect rounds. Larger irons will make about 4 to 6 waffles, depending on how deep they are.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Keto Cheddar Zucchini Waffles
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini (about 200g), grated
- 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 4 large eggs
- 6 ounces (170.1 g) sharp cheddar, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 3/4 cup (84 g) almond flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Place the zucchini in a sieve in the sink and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt. Toss to combine and let drain 1 hour. Once drained, squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- Preheat a waffle iron and lightly grease with melted butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs to break them up. Whisk in the cheese, zucchini, garlic, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, the pepper, and cayenne, until well combined.
- Add the almond flour and baking powder and stir to combine, then stir in the cream.
- For mini waffles, spoon 3 to 4 tablespoons of batter into each section of the iron. For larger waffle makers, you will need 5 or 6 tablespoons. Spread to the edges and close the lid.
- Cook until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining batter.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer
Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.
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Delicious!!
These were delicious! I only had a small piece of Cheddar, so I used some Havarti. I had a couple waffles as a side with some salmon and a small salad. But can’t wait to try as a sandwich or with some keto strawberry jam that I made. Thanks so much for the recipe.
I have not made this yet, but look forward to doing so. I do not have a waffle maker, but plan to try this as pancakes. I’m optimistic that it will turn out very well.
Thank you, Carolyn, for the great recipes. Have a wonderful day.
It should work… but I would love to hear the results of your experiment!
Excited to have an innovative source for Keto recipes. Have been following a keto diet for several months and find it truly suits my metabolism, mood, overall health. Thankyou for your focus on these recipes and making them available.
Great to hear!
With this Keto recipe, I can start using my waffle iron again! Thank you, Carolyn!
I know can have a sandwich! I found my bread . Thank you for all you hard work you have a gift
Really delicious as sandwiches! TY!
if you make these in a chaffle maker…..would 2 be the equivalent to a normal waffle maker or still just one for the nutrition info? TIA
That sounds about right!
Excellent recipe! the whole family liked them. I told them it was like zucchini bread but a waffle. I made a sweet variation with a teaspoon of vanilla and a teaspoon of cinnamon and a tablespoon of sweetener.
I wanted to add I omitted the garlic and spices
these chaffles
are good AF. I’m eating them a fast as my dash cranks um out
These were very good! Used then for the pulled pork recipe to make sandwiches as suggested. So flavorful and crunchy.
Amazing!!!!!