Keto waffles have quickly become one of my favorite breakfasts. They’re simple to make, delicious, and a fun activity to share with kids.
If you’ve just bought a waffle iron and you’re trying the ketogenic lifestyle, this recipe is an ideal place to start. It’s forgiving, quick, and produces waffles that are light in texture yet satisfying.
These waffles are excellent plain or with a generous knob of butter. For a treat, serve with sugar-free maple syrup and a scoop of keto-friendly ice cream. The batter makes three full waffles, though each waffle is calorie-dense—one quarter to half a waffle is plenty for most people.
The base uses almond flour and a touch of xanthan gum, similar to many low-carb baked goods. Unlike some almond-flour recipes that can smell eggy, the addition of vanilla and a little sweetener masks any sulfur notes. Once cooled, these waffles resemble the flavor and texture of wheat-based waffles.
Cooking time will vary with your waffle iron and how crisp you prefer them. Aim for 4–7 minutes; the crispier they are, the easier they’ll be to lift from the iron.
If you like crispy keto waffles, you may enjoy other breakfast recipes on the blog or the author’s best-selling keto cookbook for more ideas and meal planning inspiration. There are also structured 4-week keto meal plans available for those who want a simple, gluten-free approach to breakfast and beyond.
How many calories in a Keto Waffle?
The recipe includes nutrition information. Per serving (about half a waffle in the original recipe settings), the calories and macronutrients are provided in the nutrition label below.
How many carbs in a keto waffle?
Carb count is included in the nutrition facts. If you need a precise breakdown or want to adjust serving size, use the nutrition panel or leave a comment on the original post for clarification.
I enjoyed developing, testing, and photographing this recipe, and I hope you get the same satisfaction from making and eating these waffles. Share them with friends who follow a low-carb or gluten-free lifestyle—they make great weekend breakfasts or a simple weekday treat.
Until next time.
Recipe
Keto Waffles
340kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Almond Flour
- 1/2 tsp Xanthan Gum (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 4 tsp Baking Powder
- 2 Tbsp Erythritol
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1 1/2 Cups Warm Almond Milk
- 1/3 Cup Butter, melted
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
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Beat the eggs in a large bowl until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, salt and xanthan gum.
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Warm the almond milk for about 3 minutes—keep it warm, not hot, to avoid cooking the eggs when combined.
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Add the warm almond milk to the eggs along with erythritol, melted butter and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
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Combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture and let the batter rest for about 5 minutes while your waffle iron heats.
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Cook according to your waffle iron’s instructions, typically 5–7 minutes. Allow waffles to cool slightly before serving.
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