Weight Watchers Chaffle Burger

Weight Watchers Chaffle Burger

Ingredients

  • For the Chaffles:
    • 1 large egg
    • 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (or another low-point cheese)
    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • For the Burger Patty:
    • 4 oz lean ground beef (96% lean, or turkey for even fewer points)
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Toppings (Customize to taste):
    • 1-2 leaves lettuce
    • 1 slice tomato
    • 1 slice red onion
    • 1 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
    • 1 tsp mustard
    • Pickles, as desired

Instructions

  1. Make the Chaffles:
    • Preheat a mini waffle maker and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, shredded cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder.
    • Pour half of the mixture into the waffle maker and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove and repeat with the remaining batter to make a second chaffle.
  2. Cook the Burger Patty:
    • Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Form it into a thin patty.
    • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and spray lightly with cooking spray. Cook the patty for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
  3. Assemble the Chaffle Burger:
    • Place one chaffle on a plate as the base.
    • Layer with lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, and the cooked burger patty.
    • Top with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite zero-point condiments. Finish with the second chaffle as the top “bun.”
  4. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Serve warm with a side salad, veggie sticks, or roasted sweet potato wedges (adjust points for sides).

Tips and Variations:

  • Cheese Options: Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or Parmesan for the chaffles, but be mindful of points.
  • Add More Flavor: Mix fresh herbs or a bit of grated Parmesan into the chaffle batter.
  • Make It Spicy: Add jalapeño slices or sriracha mayo for a kick (adjust points for mayo).
  • Meal Prep: Make chaffles in advance and reheat in a toaster or air fryer for a quick meal assembly.

This Weight Watchers Chaffle Burger is the perfect combination of comfort food and a point-friendly recipe. You’ll love how easy and fun it is to make—and even more, how delicious it tastes!