Description
Savor the crunch of Air Fryer Mac and Cheese Bites, where nostalgia meets indulgence in every cheesy morsel. These golden, crispy bites are filled with creamy cheese, making them the perfect snack for game nights or cozy gatherings. Easy to prepare and utterly addictive, they promise to elevate your comfort food game. Dive into this recipe for a taste that’s bound to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain well.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook until golden. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheese and seasonings until smooth.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce; let cool slightly before mixing in eggs.
- Shape into bite-sized balls, coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Cook bites for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg