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Mac and Cheese Bites Recipe

Mac and Cheese Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mac and Cheese Bites are a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, perfect for parties or as a fun snack. Creamy mac and cheese is baked into individual portions with a crispy breadcrumb coating, creating irresistible bite-sized treats.

Ingredients

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Breadcrumb Coating

  • 1 cup (100-120g) breadcrumbs
  • 1–2 tablespoons (14-28g) butter
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) minced garlic

Mac and Cheese Bites Filling

  • 8 ounces (225g) uncooked macaroni
  • 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons (15g) flour
  • 1 12–ounce can evaporated milk or 1 1/2 cups (350ml) milk
  • 1/2–1 tablespoon (10-11g) onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons (9-10g) garlic powder
  • 1/2–1 teaspoon (2-4g) Creole seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1g) cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup (55-60g) grated mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2–1 cup (60-113g) grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup (55-60g) grated Jack cheese
  • 2 large eggs (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Optional Add-Ins

  • 5–6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped or crumbled (about 1/3 cup)
  • 1/2 cup (55-60g) grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (145g) cooked lobster, chopped

Instructions

  1. Breadcrumb Coating: Melt butter in a skillet, add minced garlic, then sauté breadcrumbs until fragrant.
  2. Mac and Cheese Bites Filling: Cook macaroni, prepare cheese sauce, mix with pasta, add any desired add-ins.
  3. Assembly: Press breadcrumb mixture into muffin pan wells, fill with mac and cheese mixture, top with extras.
  4. Baking: Bake until golden and bubbly, then let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Bring all ingredients to room temperature for quicker cooking.
  • Use block cheese for a creamier sauce over pre-shredded cheese.
  • Pack the mac and cheese bites tightly to prevent falling apart.
  • Avoid covering baked bites to maintain their crispy texture.
  • Nutritional information may vary based on ingredients used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Mac and Cheese Bite
  • Calories: 238
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 316mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Find it online: https://recipesara.com/mac-and-cheese-bites-recipe/