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    Home » Keto, Paleo, or Gluten Free

    Published: Jun 19, 2021 · Modified: Nov 23, 2021 by Angela · This post may contain affiliate links · 23 Comments

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles

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    Cornbread chaffles made with almond flour are the best Mini Dash keto waffle recipe. A savory easy side for chili, soup, or salads.  This low-carb almond flour cornbread recipe is fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside with all the flavors of corn but is grain-free & gluten-free.

    Making keto-friendly cornbread chaffles is quick and easy.  The must-have equipment is a Mini Dash waffle maker and I highly recommend buying one in the duo set with the mini pancake maker.  You can make keto pancakes or eggs in the other one and it is so cute and fun.  You can also jazz up this recipe and make jalapeno cornbread or add more cheddar for the cheesiest cornbread keto waffle.

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    Keto Cornbread Chaffles PN1 3 chaffles fanned out on the left side and a partial bowl of chili topped with cheese on the right plus parsley sprigs on the table

     

     

    How to Make Keto Cornbread Chaffles

    This recipe only needs a few ingredients but a few of them are very important and I suggest not make any substitutions.  For a true cornbread flavor, you will want to be sure you use corn extract and be sure it is food grade and not one that is an essential oil.  This is the brand and type I use and as you can see it is very popular and has great ratings.

     

     

    For a good cornbread texture in a keto-friendly recipe, using coarse ground almond flour or almond meal which gives you the best results. It will most resemble and give the same texture of real cornmeal.  I like to use this brand as it is not as coarse as an almond meal (which also tends to have the almond skins on it which I do not care for) but not as finely ground as other brands like Kirkland or Bob's Red Mill almond flour.   I suggest you purchase this brand but you can also use a combo of equal parts almond meal combined with your favorite finely ground almond flour if you have those on hand.

     

     

    Mix the Keto Cornbread Ingredients

    To start this simple recipe for keto chaffle, in a small bowl whisk the egg. Next, add the cheese, mayo, & corn extract.   Stir to combine.   Then add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.

     

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles overhead shot of almond flour in mixing bowl

     

     

    Cooking Chaffles in a Mini Dash Waffle Iron

    To cook these chaffles, preheat your waffle iron for 3-5 minutes.   Once it is ready, you will cook one at a time using ⅓ of the batter for each chaffle.   Let it cook for 4-5 minutes until it is the level of doneness you prefer. I like mine pretty crispy and done so I let it cook 5 minutes in my Mini Dash chaffle/waffle maker.   Look how yummy & it smells great!

    Let them cool and enjoy immediately.  Keto waffles do keep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days if sealed in a Ziplock or container.  The chaffles can be reheated in the microwave, toaster oven, or oven.

     

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles overhead of one ready in the mini dash waffle maker

     

     

    Keto Chaffle Ideas

    To add to this base recipe you can add jalapenos or green chiles for additional flavor.  For sweet keto cornbread, you can add a sweetener like Monk Fruit, see the recipe card for both of these optional ingredients. Here are a few other fun ideas on how to eat these keto cornbread waffles:

    • Top with cream cheese & drizzled with Frank's Red Hot sauce for a snack or side
    • Drizzle with keto syrup and top with your favorite chicken for the ultimate keto chicken and waffles recipes - See below for my grain-free chicken nuggets for total perfection! OMG!
    • Cut in chunks and add to salads like croutons

    This cornbread chaffle recipe is low-carb, keto, diabetic, grain-free, gluten-free, and fairly low-calorie.   These are only 114 calories and 3.4 net carbs for each chaffle.

    For another great chaffle recipe, try my 2-ingredient KETO BELGIAN CHAFFLES. 

     

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles 3 ready to eat and bowl of chili & parsley portrait in the top left corner

     

     

    What to Serve with Keto Cornbread

    These low-carb cornbread chaffles are so versatile.  They are a great snack as they are but they are a great side dish with so many of your favorite keto recipes.  This recipe for keto chaffles can be used to make keto cornbread stuffing or dressing.

    This recipe makes for the best keto chili and cornbread combination. My favorite ways to enjoy these are with my beef & bacon chili or as a side with salads.   To find out what goes well with keto cornbread, continue reading for the best recipes.  They are all delicious recipes for anyone on a low-carb, diabetic, or keto diet and make a complete keto dinner in no time.

     

    Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili (keto)
    Velvety slow-cooked beef is simmered in spices and finished with crispy bacon for the ultimate keto comfort food. This recipe without beans is so easy and cooks in the CrockPot.
    Check out this recipe
    Slow Cooker Beef & Bacon Chili featured

     

    Keto Cream of Mushroom Soup
    This restaurant-quality low-carb keto cream of mushroom soup is easy to make and simply delicious. The creamy texture with sherry creates a rich velvety mushroom soup that is so much better than any Campbell’s condensed version you can buy. 
    Check out this recipe
    Keto Cream of Mushroom Soup featured overhead two bowls

     

    GRAIN/GLUTEN-FREE FRIED CHICKEN NUGGETS (Keto & Low-Carb)
    Chicken nuggets have never been more easy or delicious to make homemade thanks to this quick grain-free coating. Keto, low-carb, & gluten-free too! 
    Check out this recipe
    plated grain free gluten free keto chicken nuggets with ketchup

     

    Paleo Greek Chicken Thighs
    Juicy chicken thighs browned in a cast iron pan and cooked in a wonderful lemon sauce with Greek ingredients like olives, capers, tomatoes, and artichoke hearts. A bright and flavorful easy one-pan meal that anyone on a paleo, gluten-free, keto, low-carb, or Whole30 diet.
    Check out this recipe
    Paleo Greek Chicken Thighs featured diagonal full pan

     

    Italian Chicken Drumsticks
    This recipe for authentic Italian chicken drumsticks is bursting with flavor thanks to an easy lemon, garlic, and herb marinade.
    Check out this recipe
    Italian Chicken Drumsticks

     

    A big bowl of my Slow Cooker Beef & Bacon Chili with one Keto Cornbread Chaffle is hearty, filling, and low-carb meal.  This meal has 457 calories, 9.4 net carbs, and plenty of fat & protein.  It should be part of your regular rotation.    Bonus:  I made the best keto chili hot dog with this recipe. I folded one of these chaffles around a grilled hot dog, topped it with some chili and a bit of cheddar, and OMG - seriously keto heaven.

     

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles ready to eat on a plate wtih a bowl of chili, napkin, spoon, and parsley accents

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles ready to eat served with Slow-Cooker Beef & Bacon Chili

     

     

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    Keto Cornbread Chaffles PIN close up of 3 chaffles on a plate and a small partial view of a bowl of chili in the top right corner

     

     

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    Keto Cornbread Chaffles featured 3 fanned chaffles on the left and right is a partial bowl of chili w parsley

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles

    Angela
    Cornbread chaffles made with almond flour are the best Mini Dash keto waffle recipe. A savory low-carb & gluten-free side for chili, soup, or salad.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3

    Equipment

    • Mini Dash Waffle Maker

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 egg
    • ¼ C Cheddar & Jack Cheese mixture shredded
    • 2 TB Full-Fat Mayo
    • ⅛ teaspoon corn extract see notes & link above for recommended brand
    • ⅓ C coarse almond flour or almond meal see notes & link above for recommended brand
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt

    OPTIONAL

    • ½ teaspoon Monk Fruit sweetener if you want a sweet cornbread
    • 1 TB jalapeno or green chiles diced

    Instructions
     

    • Plug in the Mini Dash waffle iron to preheat. It should warm up about 3-5 minutes to be ready to go.
    • In a small mixing bowl, add the egg and scramble it. Add the next 3 ingredients through the corn extract. Stir to combine.
    • Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine
    • Once the waffle iron is ready to use, add ⅓ of the cornbread mixture to the waffle iron in an even layer. Close the lid and let it cook 4-5 minutes depending on how crispy/dark you like your keto cornbread.
    • When done cooking, take it out and let it cool on a plate. Now add ½ of the remaining batter into the waffle iron and repeat the 4-5 minute cooking time. Finish with the last bit of batter. You should get 3 mini keto cornbread chaffles from this recipe.
    • Enjoy. These chaffles store well in the refrigerator in a Ziplock or sealed container for up to 5 days. They reheat easily in the microwave, toaster oven, or oven.

    Notes

     
    The nutritional information below is for the base recipe and does NOT include any of the optional ingredients.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Servings: 3
    Amount per serving  
    Calories 114
    % Daily Value*
    Total Fat 9.1g 12%
    Saturated Fat 3g 15%
    Cholesterol 65mg 22%
    Sodium 245mg 11%
    Total Carbohydrate 3.8g 1%
    Dietary Fiber 0.4g 1%
    Total Sugars 0.9g  
    Protein 3.9g  
    Vitamin D 5mcg 26%
    Calcium 54mg 4%
    Iron 0mg 3%
    Potassium 105mg 2%
    *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
    Keyword breakfast, brunch, diabetic, easy, gluten-free, grain-free, keto, low carb, quick, side dish, sides

     

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    1. Christina Siwik says

      June 21, 2021 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      This and the other recipes look so yummy. I can't wait to give the a try.

      Reply
      • Angela says

        June 22, 2021 at 6:38 pm

        Thanks so much.

        Reply
    2. Amanda says

      June 21, 2021 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      These look amazing! And I need to get me one of those mini dash waffle makers!

      Reply
      • Angela says

        June 22, 2021 at 6:37 pm

        Yes, you so need one. They are small and inexpensive - no reason to not have one.

        Reply
    3. Marianne says

      June 22, 2021 at 12:36 am

      I am intrigued by this recipe. Though I must admit, I have never heard of corn extract.

      Reply
      • alma says

        June 15, 2022 at 4:34 pm

        5 stars
        I hadn't ever heard of corn extract either so I puréed frozen corn and they turned out wonderful! ;o)

        Reply
        • Angela says

          June 15, 2022 at 7:51 pm

          That sounds yummy. I am glad you enjoyed the recipe. You can order the corn extract via the link I provided it offers all that yummy corn flavor without any carbs or grains.

          How much did you add if I may ask? I would be interested in how much it took so I can evaluate the calorie/carb index on that for keto & low-carb purposes. I eat a mostly grain-free diet but other readers may not be as strict and this may help them.

          Reply
    4. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

      June 22, 2021 at 11:48 am

      Why are they called chaffles and not waffles? They sound good - topped with chili!! Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party. Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
      • Angela says

        June 22, 2021 at 1:14 pm

        Chaffles are cheese + waffles = chaffles. It is a keto thing, term that often let's people know they are likely low-carb and gluten-free. Thanks for asking.

        Reply
    5. Cindy Moore says

      June 22, 2021 at 7:33 pm

      These would be great with chili! I could sub out egg for flax egg and use vegan cheese and mayo.

      Reply
    6. Ajay says

      June 24, 2021 at 3:05 pm

      5 stars
      They turned out great. I have made keto cornbread with the corn extract so I know how good it is. This was much easier and I like it better than the cornbread I had before. I will make this again.

      Reply
      • Angela says

        June 24, 2021 at 4:32 pm

        Glad to hear you like them and will be making them again. Enjoy.

        Reply
    7. Bethany @ Happily Loco says

      June 26, 2021 at 5:27 pm

      5 stars
      I have never heard of corn extract before--what a good idea! These waffles look delicious!

      Reply
      • Angela says

        June 29, 2021 at 7:29 am

        It is not a common ingredient and relatively new to me. I hope you give it a try, it really is fantastic in this cornbread-like recipe.

        Reply
    8. Bree says

      June 28, 2021 at 10:30 pm

      5 stars
      Yum. This were great so excited about this recipe.

      Reply
    9. Sabrina DeWalt says

      June 29, 2021 at 5:00 pm

      We saw mini waffle irons at Target a few weeks ago. They were precious!

      Reply
    10. Miz Helen says

      June 29, 2021 at 6:39 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday, 542. Have a great week and come back soon!
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    11. Beth says

      July 02, 2021 at 8:05 am

      5 stars
      I bought the corn extract. It really makes this like corn and was a good surprise.

      Reply
      • Angela says

        July 02, 2021 at 8:42 am

        Glad you gave it a chance. It is a really fun ingredient that helps with that corn flavor many of us miss when doing keto.

        Reply
    12. Muriel Johnson says

      November 17, 2021 at 4:20 pm

      I didn't see a link or anything on where to find corn extract

      Reply
      • Angela says

        November 17, 2021 at 8:25 pm

        There should be two links on the post. One is near the top where the image of the corn extract is to purchase. Then again above the recipe card near the bottom. I hope you find it and give it a try - it is so delish.

        Reply
    13. Angelica says

      September 28, 2022 at 5:40 pm

      Hi there, I can't see the links either. Can you maybe add them in the recipe section? I'd love to support you but just can't find the links. TIA - Angelica

      Reply
      • Angela says

        September 28, 2022 at 7:20 pm

        Hi, I am happy to share whatever links are you looking for? Can you be more specific on what you are trying to see and/or support? thank you

        Reply

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