Mac and cheese bites are the perfect bite-sized appetizers. Crispy breadcrumb topping with little cheesy bites of flavor mini cup mac and cheese.
Are you a cheese lover who can’t resist the delectable combination of mac and cheese? If so, get ready to indulge in cheesy appetizer with these mac and cheese bites. These bite-sized delights are perfect for any occasion, from parties to quick snacks.
Each bite is packed with the perfect balance of flavors, making them a satisfying treat for both kids and adults.
Whether you enjoy them as an appetizer or a party snack, these mac and cheese bites are sure to please. They’re easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings, such as crispy bacon or fresh herbs, to enhance the already amazing flavors.
How To Make Mac And Cheese Bites
Ingredients needed
Macaroni elbows pasta
Cheese
Butter
All-purpose flour
Milk
Dijon mustard or dry mustard
Italian breadcrumbs
Seasoning (listed below)
A great alternative to the main ingredient
We all love Velveeta cheese. But, you can swap out the cheese in this recipe for equal parts of the cream Velveeta. Any cheese can really be used in the recipe, so have fun!
Making the mac and cheese bites recipe
- Before starting the recipe you will need a mini cupcake baking pan that’s non-stick. Prep the ingredients before starting the cheese sauce.
- In a sauce pan, melt butter on medium heat. Once the butter is melted add in the flour and begin whisking the flour for about 2 minutes. Then, slowly add in milk while mixing. Once the milk is added, toss in the seasoning and the mustard.
- Next, gradually add in the cheese little by little. Then, once the cheese is melted remove from the heat.
- Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain then toss directly into the cheese sauce. Fold everything together then allow it to sit for 15 minutes to absorb some of the sauce.
- Preheat the oven to 375F.
- Take a spoon and pack the macaroni into the mini pockets of the pan. You can fill the entire pan with this recipe. Mix together the melted butter and breadcrumbs and sprinkle on top of each mac and cheese bite. Baker in the oven for 15-20 minutes, keep an eye on the recipe because ovens vary.
- Once done, allow the mac and cheese cups to almost fully before using a knife or spoon to scoop them out. They will not be serve extremely hot because the cheese that holds them together will melt. Enjoy!
What to serve with mac and cheese bites
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Mac And Cheese Bites
Ingredients
- 8 ounce macaroni elbow pasta, dry
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard (sub with 1/2 tsp dry mustard)
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt & pepper to taste
- 8 ounce cheese, grated (equals to 2 cups)
Breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (there will be leftover breadcrumbs)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Before starting the recipe you will need a mini cupcake baking pan that's non-stick. Prep the ingredients before starting the cheese sauce.
- In a sauce pan, melt butter on medium heat. Once the butter is melted add in the flour and begin whisking the flour for about 2 minutes. Then, slowly add in milk while mixing. Once the milk is added, toss in the seasoning and the mustard.
- Next, gradually add in the cheese little by little. Then, once the cheese is melted remove from the heat.
- Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain then toss directly into the cheese sauce. Fold everything together then allow it to sit for 15 minutes to absorb some of the sauce.
- Preheat the oven to 375℉.
- Take a spoon and pack the macaroni into the mini pockets of the pan. You can fill the entire pan with this recipe. Mix together the melted butter and breadcrumbs and sprinkle on top of each mac and cheese bite. Baker in the oven for 15-20 minutes, keep an eye on the recipe because ovens vary.
- Once done, allow the mac and cheese cups to almost fully before using a knife or spoon to scoop them out. They will not be serve extremely hot because the cheese that holds them together will melt. Enjoy!