Carnivore Diet Waffles: Recipes and Variations

This article explores various carnivore diet waffle recipes, providing options for those following a zero-carb or low-carb lifestyle. These recipes utilize animal-based ingredients to create a satisfying and nutrient-dense alternative to traditional waffles.

What are Carnivore Waffles?

Carnivore waffles, also known as "chaffles" (when made with cheese) or "paffles" (when made with pork), are waffle-like creations made with carnivore-friendly ingredients. They offer a way to enjoy the waffle format without the carbohydrates found in traditional wheat-based waffles.

2-Ingredient Chaffle Recipe

This basic recipe uses only eggs and cheese, making it a quick and easy option for a carnivore diet breakfast or snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Colby jack)

Instructions:

1. Preheat a waffle maker to medium-high heat.
2. Whisk the eggs in a mixing bowl.
3. Add the cheese and stir until well combined.
4. Pour the batter into the hot waffle maker.
5. Close and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until done.
6. Serve immediately.

Tips:

• For best results, use a mini waffle iron.
• If the chaffles are soft when removed from the waffle iron, allow them to cool for a few moments, as they will continue to crisp up.
• To reheat, use a toaster, toaster oven, or broiler.

Variations:

• Add a pinch of Everything Bagel Spice, garlic powder, or Italian seasoning to the batter.
• Serve with raw milk yogurt, butter, sugar-free syrup, or bacon.

Nutritional Information:

• Approximately one gram of net carbs per serving.

Carnivore Waffles with Protein Powder

This recipe uses Equip unflavored protein powder (derived from beef) to increase the protein content of the waffles.

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 1 scoop Equip unflavored protein powder
• 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
• Pinch of salt
• Stevia glycerite (optional, for sweetness)
• Tallow spray or butter for greasing the waffle iron

Instructions:

1. Heat waffle iron to medium-high heat.
2. Place the eggs into a medium bowl and beat with a hand mixer until well combined.
3. In another bowl, stir together the Equip, gelatin, and salt. There might be lumps but that is ok.
4. With the hand mixer on slowly pour in your dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
5. Keep mixing for about one minute until batter thickens.
6. Add the stevia glycerite if using.
7. Spray the waffle iron with tallow spray and place ¼ cup of batter into the center of your waffle iron.
8. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Carnivore Waffles with Gelatin and Collagen

This recipe focuses on simplicity and uses gelatin and collagen powder as key ingredients.

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Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon gelatin powder
• 1 tablespoon collagen powder
• Butter or coconut oil for greasing the waffle iron
• Spices and sweeteners to taste

Instructions:

1. With a hand mixer, beat eggs in bowl until well combined.
2. In a small bowl, stir together the collagen and gelatin.
3. Turn hand mixer back on and slowly pour in your dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
4. Keep mixing for about one minute until batter thickens up and turns slightly paler.
5. Spray or brush your iron with butter or coconut oil.
6. Once the iron is hot, pour ¼ cup (for standard-size waffle) of batter into the center of your waffle iron (or ⅔ cup batter for large Belgian-size waffle).
7. Rotate iron (if your iron rotates) and cook for about 4-6 minutes until golden brown.
8. Cook the waffle until no more steam escapes the iron and the waffle feels crispy on the outside. They take a little longer than regular waffles.
9. Repeat with remaining batter.

Tips:

• Use an electric hand mixer to whisk the batter. Have your mixer running while you pour in your dry ingredients (gelatin and collagen) into the egg mixture. This will prevent the gelatin from clumping together.
• Add spices or sweeteners to your batter. You could also try vanilla extract and different low-carb sweeteners.

Paffle Recipe (Pork Waffle)

This recipe incorporates ground pork for a savory and protein-rich waffle.

Ingredients:

• Ground pork
• Mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

• Combine ground pork and mozzarella cheese.
• Cook in a waffle iron.

Parmesan and Egg Waffle

This recipe uses only Parmesan cheese and eggs for a simple and flavorful waffle.

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
• Butter for greasing the waffle iron

Instructions:

1. Combine the eggs and the Parmesan in a small to medium bowl.
2. Whisk until well combined.
3. Heat your waffle iron and grease it generously with butter.
4. Make waffles according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Variations:

• Bacon and Cheddar Waffles: Use finely grated Cheddar instead of Parmesan.
• Pepperoni and Mozzarella Waffles: Use finely grated mozzarella instead of Parmesan.
• Chicken and Gouda Waffles: Use finely grated Gouda instead of Parmesan.

Tips for Making Carnivore Waffles

• Cheese: Finely grated cheese is recommended for a smoother batter and fluffier waffles.
• Waffle Iron: A mini waffle maker or a Belgian waffle iron can be used. Adjust the amount of batter according to the size of the waffle iron.
• Cooking: Cook the waffles until they are golden brown and crispy.
• Storage: Cooked chaffles can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster, toaster oven, or broiler to restore crispness.

Serving Suggestions

Carnivore waffles can be enjoyed on their own or with various toppings, such as:

• Butter
• Sugar-free syrup
• Bacon
• Raw milk yogurt
• Homemade whipped cream
• (If not strictly carnivore) Fresh berries

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