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Macaroni cheese bites

Macaroni cheese bites

Delicious and crispy macaroni cheese bites, perfect for a snack or appetizer!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups macaroni cooked
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Stir in the cooked macaroni, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cut the chilled macaroni cheese mixture into bite-sized portions.
  • In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
  • Dip each macaroni cheese bite into the beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  • Place the coated bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve hot.

Notes

These can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick snack!