Low Carb Breakfast: Almond Flour Waffles with Butter Recipe

Almond flour makes waffles that are crispy, nutty, and completely grain-free. Add butter and these low carb waffles become a keto brunch highlight.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 350 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • almond flour 1.5 cups
  • eggs 4 pieces
  • unsalted butter (melted) 0.25 cup
  • unsweetened almond milk 0.5 cup
  • baking powder 2 tsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
  • salt 0.25 tsp
  • granulated erythritol (optional) 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 9 g 10%
Protein 12 g 14%
Fat 29 g 76%
Serving size 120g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your waffle iron on medium-high and lightly grease the plates with a nonstick spray or a little butter.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and erythritol until the ingredients are evenly combined.

  3. 3

    In another bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly, then add melted butter, almond milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

  4. 4

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined — do not overmix; let the batter rest for 2 minutes to hydrate.

  5. 5

    Ladle enough batter to just cover the bottom of the waffle iron (do not overfill) and cook with the lid closed for about 3–4 minutes, until the waffles are golden and crisp at the edges.

  6. 6

    Carefully remove the waffle with a fork or silicone spatula and repeat with the remaining batter, adjusting cook time as needed to avoid burning.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The signature ingredient is almond flour, which creates the uniquely crisp, nutty, and completely grain-free texture of these waffles. It replaces traditional wheat flour, aligning with low carb and keto guidelines while adding a rich flavor.
Q. What is crucial for getting crispy edges on the waffles?
Be sure to preheat your waffle iron thoroughly and use medium-high heat. The melted butter in the batter, combined with almond flour, helps form crisp edges, but even cooking and letting waffles cook until deep golden will enhance crunch and prevent sogginess.
Q. How do you prevent waffles from sticking or breaking apart?
Lightly grease the waffle iron before each batch and avoid opening the lid too soon. Let the batter cook fully for 3–4 minutes per waffle—if you remove them too early, they may tear or crumble due to their lack of gluten.
Q. How many calories and carbs are there per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 350 kcal and 9 grams of net carbohydrates, making these waffles suitable for low carb and keto diets.
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