Mac and Cheese Bites
Turn a classic comfort food into the ultimate party snack! These Mac and Cheese Bites are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and perfect for dipping into a tangy yogurt-mustard sauce. Whether you’re entertaining guests or just craving a fun twist on mac and cheese, these bites are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
For the Mac and Cheese
- 1 cup elbow macaroni uncooked (100 g)
- 1 tbsp butter 14 g
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour 8 g
- ¾ cup warm milk 180 ml
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 113 g
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Breading and Frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 125 g
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs panko preferred (90 g)
- Oil for deep frying
- Chopped parsley optional for garnish
For the Sauce
- 150 g Greek yogurt about ⅔ cup
- 1 tbsp French mustard 15 g
- 1 tsp olive oil 5 ml
- Chopped cilantro to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in warm milk and cook until slightly thickened. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Stir cooked pasta into the cheese sauce. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to shape.
- Scoop and roll chilled mac and cheese mixture into 1.5-inch (4 cm) balls.
- Coat each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mustard, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry bites in batches for 2–3 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with dipping sauce.