Fried Mac and Cheese Bites Recipe

Fried Mac and Cheese Bites Recipe

Fried Mac and Cheese Balls, Fried Mac and Cheese Bites … call them what you will, because they’re both delicious as a party appetizer!

I don’t know about you, but I love party appetizers. It doesn’t matter what the occasion is, I’m always up for bite-sized party food— and if I’m completely honest, the unhealthier, the better! Parties are no time to count calories!

Fried Mac & Cheese Bites Recipe

Course: Appetizer

Author: Stefanie Fauquet

Ingredients

1 lb macaroni
16 oz sharp cheddar cheese block or 16oz shredded
1 1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup butter
2 eggs
3 cups seasoned bread crumbs
Salt & pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Boil macaroni until tender, drain and set aside. Shred cheese and set aside.
In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and mix until light brown color (make a roux).
Add 1 cup milk and whisk until thick.
Add cheese one handful at a time. Mix until cheese is melted and smooth.
Add cooked macaroni to pan and mix until well coated. Add salt and pepper.
Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until cold.
Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
Form cold macaroni and cheese into 1" balls and place on prepared pan. Place in freezer for at least 1 hour (overnight works well).
Beat eggs and add 1/4 cup milk in a bowl to make an egg wash.
Dip balls into egg wash then roll into bread crumbs, coating completely.
Heat oil in deep fryer to 320 degrees, or fill skillet 1/2-3/4" deep and heat over medium high to 320 degrees.
Fry 3-4 minutes, until golden, and drain. Serve immediately.