Mac and Cheese Bites

4.75 from 4 votes

Bake crispy Mac and Cheese Bites in mini muffin tins for a twist on the classic recipe. It's a simple, fun, and bite-sized appetizer idea that kids and adults love!

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Resting Time5

Total Time45

Course: Dinner, Entree

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Ingredients

8 ounces elbow pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon salt
pepper to taste
1 ¼ cups 2% milk
2 cups grand cru cheese shredded
¼ cup panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease two mini muffin pans with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions, about 7–9 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour, garlic powder, and mustard powder and stir to combine, about 2 minutes. Add the milk, season with salt and pepper, and whisk well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat and add the cheese, stirring until melted. Fold the cooked pasta into the pot, or pour the cheese over the cooked pasta in a large bowl, and stir until evenly coated.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mac and cheese mixture into each prepared muffin cup. Pack it in with the back of a spoon to help the bites hold their shape. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs and remaining cheese on top.
Bake until the cheese melts and the breadcrumbs are golden, 20–25 minutes.
Cool the bites for 5–10 minutes before removing from the muffin cups and serving.

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Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for one minute or in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.

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