Golden baked macaroni and cheese rounds that are crispy outside and creamy inside, perfect for sides or appetizers.
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Calories: 320kcal
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Mixing Bowl
- baking sheet
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook briefly until bubbly.
- Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened and smooth.
- Add shredded cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Mix cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce and let cool slightly.
- Shape mixture into rounds, dip in beaten egg, and coat with breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake at 375°F until golden and crisp, flipping halfway through.
Notes
Let the mixture cool slightly before shaping for best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 520mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 8mg