Ingredients:

  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup (56g) shredded mozzarella cheese, low-moisture part-skim
  • 1 tbsp (7g) almond flour, super-fine
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.125 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) sugar-free marinara sauce
  • 0.25 cup (28g) additional shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 slices mini pepperoni

Instructions:

  1. Whisk the egg in a small bowl until the yolk and white are perfectly homogenized.
  2. Stir in the almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until no dry clumps remain.
  3. Fold in 1/4 cup (28g) of the shredded mozzarella to create a thick, chunky batter.
  4. Preheat the waffle iron until the indicator light shuts off. Note: Adding batter to a cold iron causes sticking.
  5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the remaining mozzarella directly onto the bottom plate until it begins to sizzle and melt.
  6. Pour half the batter over the melted cheese and top with another tablespoon of cheese to create a cheese sandwich effect.
  7. Close the lid and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the visible steam almost completely stops.
  8. Remove the chaffle carefully and transfer it to a wire rack for 2 minutes. Note: It will feel soft at first but firms up as it cools.
  9. Top each chaffle with 1 tablespoon of marinara, the remaining mozzarella, and pepperoni until fully covered.
  10. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown. > Chef's Tip: If your waffle iron is older and loses its non stick properties, don't use cooking spray. Instead, use a tiny bit of butter or ghee. It adds flavor and creates a much better crust than aerosol oils.