Crispy Deep Fried Mac and Cheese Bitese Recipe
Indulge in these crispy deep-fried mac and cheese bites for a delicious twist on a classic comfort food. These cheesy bites are sure to be a hit at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 24 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Mac and Cheese Bites:
- 4 Eggs, Beaten and Divided
- 4 Cups Cooked Elbow Macaroni
- 2 Cups Cheddar Cheese, Shredded
- ½ Cup Sour Cream
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Cup Whole Milk
- Flour & Seasoned Breadcrumbs for Dredging
- Peanut Oil for Frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 °F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Cook and drain macaroni according to package directions.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, 2 eggs, sour cream, butter, salt, and milk.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes.
- In a large dutch oven, heat peanut oil to 350 degrees F.
- Form mac and cheese into balls and chill for 2 hours or freeze for one hour. Then dredge in flour, 2 eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Pasta: If you don’t have macaroni on hand, opt for other small pastas such as mini shells, rotini, or cavatappi.
- Milk: Use whole milk for the creamiest sauce.
- Sharp Cheese: Shred your own cheese for best results.
- Peanut Oil: Canola or vegetable oil can be substituted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 282 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 342mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
