Fried Mac and Cheese Balls Recipe: Crispy, Gooey
Best fried mac and cheese balls—creamy mac breaded and fried crispy. Easy make-ahead party appetizer!
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp butter + 2 tbsp flour
- 1½ cups milk
- 3 cups shredded cheese cheddar + mozzarella
- 1 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups panko
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Make thick mac and cheese; chill.
- Scoop and roll into balls; freeze.
- Bread: flour → egg → panko.
- Fry at 350°F for 2–3 min until golden.
- Serve hot with sauce.
Notes
• Chill thoroughly = no falling apart
• Double freeze = best shape
• Air fry alternative
• Try bacon or spicy variation
• Ultimate party bite
• Double freeze = best shape
• Air fry alternative
• Try bacon or spicy variation
• Ultimate party bite