BAKED "NOT FRIED" MAC AND CHEESE BALLS

Baked

This traditionally fired appetizer is now a bit healthier for you, in this delicious baked version! These are great served with marianara sauce for dipping! Note: The prep time does not include the overnight chilling of the mac and cheese

Provided by carebear18

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 balls, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) box macaroni and cheese mix
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 egg
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup wheat bran

Steps:

The night before you would like to make this dish, cook the box mix of mac and cheese according to the directions on the box. Pour the mac and cheese into an 8 x8, 9x9 or and flat pan in the refrigerator to set overnight.
Preheat oven to 350.
Line three bowls on the counter.
In the first bowl, combine flour, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
In the second bowl, break the egg and slightly scramble it.
In the third bowl, place the breadcrumbs and wheat bran.
Take the chilled mac and cheese out of the refrigerator and cut into 1 x 1 inches blocks. Don't try for perfection, because it won't happen. Just as long as the noodles are sticking together it will work out fine.
Now drudge the mac and cheese ball into the flour mixture, then egg, then breadcrumbs, and place on a pan.
Continue the process until you have created as many mac and cheese balls as you wish.
Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, depending upon how crusty you like them. And remember to flip the balls around every 10 minutes to make sure all sides cook evenly.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.5, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 35.6, Sodium 648.2, Carbohydrate 77.4, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 7.6, Protein 16.1

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Kirk Wilson

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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never had baked mac and cheese balls before.

Ahamed King

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I can't wait to try this recipe! Mac and cheese balls sound like the perfect comfort food.

Asharib Ahmed

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I love the idea of baked mac and cheese balls instead of fried. It's a healthier option that still tastes amazing.

Chosen Josephine Richards (Chosen Richards)

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These mac and cheese balls are a great alternative to traditional mac and cheese. They're perfect for a fun and easy meal.

Jila Bazar

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I wasn't sure how these mac and cheese balls would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were a hit with my family and friends.

Ches Cabler

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These mac and cheese balls are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort.

Said Mwinyi

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I've never made mac and cheese balls before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.

Kholwani Nekhambele

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These mac and cheese balls are a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese.

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I love that these mac and cheese balls can be made ahead of time. It makes them a great option for busy weeknights.

Agu Divine

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These mac and cheese balls are a fun and easy appetizer to make. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.

Destiny Vasquez

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I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but these mac and cheese balls were surprisingly good! The crispy coating and the gooey center were a perfect combination.

Hk gameng YT

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I made these mac and cheese balls for my kids and they loved them! They're a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.

Sean Yazici

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I followed the recipe exactly and the mac and cheese balls turned out perfectly. They were golden brown and crispy on the outside, and gooey and cheesy on the inside.