Keto Eggnog Chaffle with Eggnog Creme Anglaise Sauce
Published November 29, 2019 • Updated February 27, 2026
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This keto eggnog chaffle is my favorite way to use up leftover holiday eggnog. The batter takes five minutes, the cream cheese base keeps it tender, and the rum-spiked creme anglaise on top turns breakfast into something worth waking up for.
I started making this eggnog chaffle because I always end up with leftover keto eggnog after the holidays. Instead of letting it sit in the fridge until I finally pour it out, I figured out it works perfectly in chaffle batter. The eggnog adds sweetness and richness that you just don’t get from plain cream cheese and egg alone.
If you’re new to chaffles, they’re low-carb waffles built on an egg and cheese base. I have a basic chaffle recipe that covers the fundamentals. For this version, I use cream cheese instead of shredded mozzarella. The texture is completely different. Cream cheese chaffles come out soft and spongy, almost like a thick pancake. They won’t crisp up the way a shredded cheese chaffle does, and that’s intentional. The spongy texture soaks up the creme anglaise sauce the way French toast soaks up syrup.
The creme anglaise is what sets this apart. It’s a sweetened whipped cream with eggnog, rum extract, and nutmeg folded in. The whole thing takes about two minutes to whip together. I keep the rum extract amount small (1/4 teaspoon) because a little goes a long way. If you want a stronger rum flavor, bump it to 1/2 teaspoon, but taste first.
Christmas morning is when I usually make these. I prep the batter the night before, store it covered in the fridge, and just pour it into the waffle maker while coffee is brewing. Three to five minutes per chaffle and breakfast is done. If you’re looking for more holiday breakfast ideas, my gingerbread chaffle and gingerbread pancakes are both in the regular rotation at my house from November through January.
One thing I want to be upfront about: cream cheese chaffles do not get crispy. If you’re expecting a crunchy waffle, this isn’t it. The cream cheese creates a softer, spongier texture that holds together well but won’t have that snap. I actually prefer it for this recipe because the softness pairs better with the cream sauce. For a crispier option, try my peanut butter chaffle, which uses a different base.
Reader Carla mentioned she swapped the eggnog for regular heavy cream and added extra nutmeg. I tried her version and it works. You lose some of that eggnog richness, but the nutmeg fills in the gap nicely. It’s a solid option if you don’t have eggnog on hand or want to make this outside the holiday season.
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Eggnog Chaffle Ingredients
1 egg -
1 oz cream cheese
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1/4 cup keto egg nog
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2 tablespoons coconut flour
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2 teaspoons monkfruit
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon rum extract
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pinch of salt
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pinch of nutmeg
Eggnog Creme Anglaise Ingredients
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1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/4 cup keto egg nog
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2 teaspoons powdered erythritol
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1/4 teaspoon rum extract
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pinch of nutmeg
Step by Step Instructions
Step by Step Instructions
Preheat waffle maker
Preheat waffle maker to medium high heat. Whisk together all of the ingredients for the eggnog chaffle.
Pour the batter
Pour the eggnog chaffle batter into the center of the waffle iron. Close the waffle maker and let cook for 3-5 minutes or until waffle is golden brown and set. If using a mini waffle maker, only pour in one-third the batter.
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Why isn't my chaffle crispy?
I get this question a lot. Cream cheese chaffles are spongy by design. The cream cheese creates a softer, pancake-like texture instead of the crispy shell you get with shredded mozzarella. I chose cream cheese here because it tones down the egg flavor and the soft texture absorbs the creme anglaise sauce. If you want crunch, try a shredded mozzarella chaffle instead.
Can I use regular eggnog instead of keto eggnog?
You can, but the carbs go up significantly. Regular store-bought eggnog has about 20g of sugar per half cup. I've used it in a pinch and the chaffle tastes the same, but the macros change completely. If you're strict about staying under 20g net carbs per day, stick with homemade sugar-free eggnog.
Can I use almond flour instead of coconut flour?
I've tested both. Almond flour doesn't absorb liquid the way coconut flour does, so you need roughly double the amount (about 1/4 cup almond flour in place of the 2 tablespoons coconut flour). The chaffle comes out a bit denser with almond flour, but it holds together fine. I still prefer coconut flour for the lighter texture.
Can I use real rum instead of rum extract?
I've done it. Use about a tablespoon of dark rum in place of the 1/4 teaspoon extract. The alcohol mostly cooks off in the waffle maker, but the flavor is different. Real rum gives a warmer, more rounded taste. Extract is sharper and more concentrated. I keep extract on hand because it's easier, but real rum works if that's what you have.
What does creme anglaise taste like, and can I skip it?
It tastes like eggnog-flavored whipped cream with a hint of rum. You can skip it if you want a simpler breakfast. I sometimes just dust the chaffle with a pinch of nutmeg and powdered sweetener when I'm in a hurry. But the sauce is what makes this feel like a holiday dessert, so I'd try it at least once.
Can I make this in a regular full-size waffle maker?
I use both a mini Dash and a full-size Belgium waffle maker for these. The mini makes two to three small chaffles from one batch of batter. A full-size maker produces one larger waffle from the same batter. I set the heat to medium-high and watch it carefully because the batter is thinner than standard waffle batter. It spreads more and can overcook at the edges.
Can I make this dairy-free?
I haven't tested a dairy-free version myself, so I can't guarantee the texture. In theory, you could swap the cream cheese for a dairy-free alternative and use coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream in the sauce. If you try it, I'd love to hear how it turns out. The coconut flour and egg should still provide enough structure for the chaffle itself.
How many net carbs per serving?
My batch (one serving of chaffle batter plus the creme anglaise) comes out to about 3-4g net carbs total, depending on which sweetener you use. I use monkfruit for the chaffle and powdered erythritol for the sauce. Neither adds to the net carb count for most people, but check your specific brand.
Third time making this since January, and I keep coming back to the same moment: when the creme anglaise hits the chaffle fresh off the iron and pools around the edges. The cream cheese in the batter keeps it tender in a way a regular waffle never quite manages. Permanent breakfast rotation.
I had never made a chaffle before and the whole 'egg in a waffle iron' thing had me nervous. But the cream cheese batter holds together way better than I expected, and when I poured that rum creme anglaise over the top I just stood there for a second. The nutmeg smell while it was cooking was freaking unbelievable. Making this again this weekend, not waiting for a special occasion.
First chaffle ever and I can't stop thinking about that rum extract in the creme anglaise.
That creme anglaise is hard to come back from. First chaffle and you already know.
Used almond flour instead of coconut flour (it's what I had on hand) and the texture came out a bit softer, more crepe-like than waffle-dense. Still held up fine under the creme anglaise, which is really the whole point of this. Might actually be my preference, but worth trying both if you're on the fence about coconut flour.
Swapped the rum extract for a tablespoon of actual spiced rum in the creme anglaise and the sauce has this warmth and depth that the extract never quite captures. Makes it feel like something from a proper brunch menu rather than something I threw together on a Saturday morning.
Spiced rum is better in the anglaise. Extract is just easier on a weekday. I reach for the real stuff when we have company.
Used regular heavy cream instead of keto eggnog and it still worked. Added a bit extra nutmeg to get the flavor.
Smart fix with the nutmeg. Heavy cream works, just loses that eggnog richness but the spice helps.