Description
Back-to-school mac and cheese bites are a delightful twist on a classic comfort food, combining crispy panko breadcrumbs with creamy, cheesy macaroni. These bite-sized snacks are perfect for lunchboxes, after-school munchies, or gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable, they're guaranteed to please kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Cook macaroni: Boil water in a large pot, add elbow macaroni, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Mix cheese filling: In a mixing bowl, combine cooked macaroni with cheddar cheese, milk, and eggs until well blended.
- Preheat oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Form bites: Shape the macaroni mixture into small balls and coat each ball in panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix in cooked bacon bits or diced vegetables. - Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella for extra creaminess. - To reheat leftovers, place them in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes.