These deep fried Mini Mac and Cheese bites are so delicious! Crunchy, golden, and creamy in the middle, you won't be able to put them down! And to make your life even easier, they can be made with store bought mac and cheese! A big win for party prep in my book!
I love love love a mac and cheese bite! There's just no flavor quite like it! Panko breadcrumbs were made for mac and cheese in my opinion!
These Mini Mac and Cheese Bites will steal the show at your holiday party! And made with store bought mac and cheese, they are so easy to whip up right before your party! I hope you try them this year!
What ingredients are necessary for preparing Mini Mac and Cheese Bites?
- 1 pint store bought elbow mac & cheese
- 1 cup panko, plain
- 1 cup breadcrumbs, Italian
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 quart vegetable or avocado oil
Is there any equipment necessary for preparing Mini Mac and Cheese Bites?
You will need either a counter top deep fryer or a large, deep pan to fry these. I used my wok! It worked out great!
How to Prepare Mini Mac and Cheese Bites:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment and spread the mac and cheese out in a single layer. Place in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- In a deep, heavy bottomed pan, heat oil to 350°.
- Combine the panko, Italian breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, parsley and cayenne.
- Roll the mac and cheese into small 1 inch balls.
- Dredge into the flour, then the whisked eggs, then the breadcrumb mixture. Complete this with all of the mac and cheese balls.
- Gently lower into the oil and fry in until golden brown (about 2 -3 minutes per batch).
- Salt immediately out of the fryer, cool slightly, and enjoy right away!
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- Cheese and Pepper Jelly Danish
I hope you loved my Mini Mac and Cheese Bites recipe! If you try it, be sure to leave a comment or tag me @atoastedcrumb on all socials! I’d love to see your work!
Mini Mac and Cheese Bites
Ingredients
- 1 pint store bought elbow mac u0026 cheese
- 1 cup panko, plain
- 1 cup breadcrumbs, Italian
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 quart vegetable or avocado oil
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment and spread the mac and cheese out in a single layer. Place in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- In a deep, heavy bottomed pan, heat oil to 350°.
- Combine the panko, Italian breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, parsley and cayenne.
- Roll the mac and cheese into small 1 inch balls.
- Dredge into the flour, then the whisked eggs, then the breadcrumb mixture. Complete this with all of the mac and cheese balls.
- Gently lower into the oil and fry in until golden brown (about 2 -3 minutes per batch).
- Salt immediately out of the fryer, cool slightly, and enjoy right away!
