Air Fryer Mac N Cheese Bites
These Air Fryer Mac N Cheese Bites transform leftovers into a delightful snack. Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, they're perfect for dipping in marinara sauce and make a fun appetizer or party treat.
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- cold leftover old-fashioned macaroni and cheese cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs any variety
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs any variety
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Begin by chopping the cold macaroni and cheese into small cubes.
For Preparation:
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the regular and panko breadcrumbs along with the grated Parmesan cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
- Coat each cube of macaroni in the beaten eggs, ensuring they get fully covered.
- Then, roll the egg-coated macaroni cubes in the breadcrumb mixture until they are covered evenly.
For Cooking:
- Arrange the coated bites in a lined air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them.
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F and cook the bites for 12 minutes, flipping them every 4 minutes until they are crispy and golden.
- Once cooked, serve the bites warm with marinara sauce for dipping.