Crispy bites with a creamy mac and cheese center.
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups cooked macaroni
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying (or cooking spray for baking)
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente and drain.
- Mix pasta with cheeses, milk, eggs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Shape into small balls and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil to 350°F or preheat oven to 400°F for baking.
- Fry 3–4 minutes until golden or bake 15–20 minutes until crisp, turning halfway.
- Drain fried bites on paper towels and serve warm.