Baked Mac and Cheese Bites Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

These Baked Mac and Cheese Bites are a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. Perfect for parties or as a fun snack, they combine creamy macaroni and cheese with a crispy exterior for a satisfying bite-sized treat.

This recipe is straightforward and ideal for anyone looking to create a delicious snacks recipe that is sure to please both kids and adults alike.

Easy Baked Mac and Cheese Bites

These bites feature macaroni pasta mixed with a rich cheese sauce, coated in breadcrumbs, and baked until golden brown. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 24 bites.

Ingredients

8 ounces elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking spray or oil for greasing

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until thickened. Add the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, stirring until the cheese is melted and smooth.
Combine: Mix the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until well coated. Let cool slightly.
Prepare the Bites: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Scoop the macaroni mixture into the muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
Coat with Breadcrumbs: In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the mixture over the macaroni bites in the muffin tin.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin.
Serve: Enjoy warm as a delicious snack or appetizer.