Description
Back-to-school mac and cheese bites are the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy macaroni and cheese with a crispy breadcrumb coating. Perfect for busy weeknights or as an after-school snack, these delightful bites are not only easy to make but also customizable with your favorite add-ins like veggies or proteins. Serve them warm with your choice of dipping sauce for a fun twist on a classic dish that kids and adults will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil water in a large pot, add macaroni, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch balls using your hands or an ice cream scoop.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mac and cheese bite (31g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg