Best 7 Mini Mac Cheese Meatball Cups Recipes

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Are you looking for a fun and delicious way to jazz up your next party or get-together? These mini mac cheese meatball cups are the perfect appetizer or snack. They are easy to make, and they are sure to be a hit with your guests. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these cheesy, meaty cups that are packed with flavor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MINI MAC & CHEESE MEATBALL CUPS



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Enjoy our recipe for Mini Mac and Cheese Meatball Cups. This special recipe is great for parties and big get-together.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings, 2 mac and cheese cups each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided
1 egg, beaten
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
12 frozen fully cooked turkey meatballs (1/2 oz. each)
1 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package, using the Light Prep directions. Remove from heat. Add 1/2 cup mozzarella; stir until melted. Stir in egg.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 tsp. Parmesan into each of 12 muffin pan cups sprayed with cooking spray. Fill with Dinner mixture; press 1 meatball into Dinner mixture in each cup.
  • Bake 15 min. or until meatballs are heated through (165ºF). Top with remaining mozzarella; bake 3 min. or until melted. Let stand 5 min. Meanwhile, heat pasta sauce.
  • Serve mac and cheese cups topped with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

MINI MEATBALLS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 30 medium meatballs or 70 small

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds lean ground beef
8 ounces ground pork
2 cups Italian flavored breadcrumbs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
4 medium eggs, lightly beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, minced
Salt and pepper
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl or mixer, thoroughly mix the beef, pork, breadcrumbs, milk, parsley, eggs, garlic, onion and some salt and pepper. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Shape into meatballs and place on a foil-lined shallow baking pan. Bake 30 minutes for medium or 25 minutes for bite-size. Stick toothpicks in the finished meatballs to serve as an appetizer.

MINI MAC & CHEESE BITES



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Young relatives were coming for a Christmas party, so I wanted something fun for them to eat. Instead, the adults devoured my mini mac and cheese. -Kate Mainiero, Elizaville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
3/4 cup biscuit/baking mix
2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, sprinkle 1/4 cup bread crumbs into 36 greased mini-muffin cups. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and seasonings until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese and Swiss cheese until melted., Remove from heat; stir in biscuit mix, eggs and 1/2 cup bread crumbs. Add macaroni; toss to coat. Spoon about 2 tablespoons macaroni mixture into prepared mini-muffin cups; sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese and bread crumbs., Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool in pans 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MAC AND CHEESE PIZZA CUPS



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These delicious, cheesy individual macaroni and cheese cups are topped with pepperoni pizza toppings, combining two favorites in a dinner mash-up sure to be an all-family hit. Serve with a green side salad and a side of fresh fruit for a complete dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup hot water
1 box (6.6 oz) Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni pasta and cheesy sauce mix
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 oz)
60 mini pepperoni slices (from 5-oz package)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Place Reynolds™ Baking Cups in 12 regular-size muffin pan; spray with cooking spray.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, stir hot water and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper box) until dissolved; stir in milk and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box), and heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover. Cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and liquid is thickened. Remove from heat; stir in Cheddar cheese.
  • Divide pasta mixture evenly among muffin cups. Add 2 teaspoons pizza sauce and 2 teaspoons mozzarella cheese on top of pasta mixture in each muffin cup; top each with 5 slices pepperoni.
  • Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until cheese is melted and mixture is heated through. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Pizza Cup, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

MUFFIN-TIN MAC AND CHEESE CUPS



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These muffin-tin mac and cheese cups work equally well on a buffet or in a lunch box!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb uncooked elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Place foil muffin liner in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups. Spray liners with cooking spray. Cook macaroni as directed on package; drain, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in 4-quart saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add flour, salt and pepper; cook and beat with whisk 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Slowly beat in milk. Heat just to boiling, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese. Stir in macaroni. Divide mixture evenly among cups.
  • In medium microwavable bowl, microwave remaining 2 tablespoons butter uncovered on High 60 to 90 seconds or until melted. Stir in bread crumbs and parsley. Spoon on top of mixture in cups. Gently press.
  • Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until bread crumb mixture is golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY MEATBALL MAC & CHEESE



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The only thing better than mac and cheese is mac and cheese with meatballs. This recipe is an all-around family favorite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
12 frozen fully cooked meatballs
6 cups of water (to boil macaroni)
4 Tbsp. margarine
1/4 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • Prepare KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner using water (to boil the macaroni), margarine, and milk as directed on the box.
  • While macaroni & cheese is cooking follow the directions on the frozen meatballs to heat them in the microwave.
  • When the macaroni & cheese and meatballs are done, dish one cup of mac & cheese into a bowl and top with 3 meatballs, continue until everyone is served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

MINI CHEESE AND MEATBALLS



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A simple, filling appetizer that is easy on your prep time as well as carbs. These are mini meatballs stuffed with cheese and will be very popular at your next party. Serve them with toothpicks and dipping sauce on the side.

Provided by MNLisaB

Categories     Meat

Time 20m

Yield 36 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb
2 tablespoons catsup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper
10 ounces rectangle kraft Cracker Barrel Cheese or 10 ounces flavored cheese, cut into 36 1/2 inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450*.
  • Mix ground beef with all the ingreients except cheese.
  • Mold 1 TBS meat mixture around a cube of cheese.
  • Bake at 450* for 7-10 minutes or until meat is nicely browned on the outside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.2, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 43.6, Sodium 234.5, Carbohydrate 1.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 9.6

Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta. Elbow macaroni is the classic choice for mac and cheese, but you can use any small pasta shape that you like. Some other good options include shells, penne, and rotini.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold its shape well.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is the star of the show in mac and cheese, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that melts well. Cheddar is the classic choice, but you can also use a blend of cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • Make a roux. A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the mac and cheese sauce. A roux will help to create a smooth and creamy sauce.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of milk or cream to make the sauce richer.
  • Top the mac and cheese with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers. This will give the mac and cheese a crispy topping.
  • Bake the mac and cheese until it is bubbly and golden brown. This will take about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Mini mac and cheese meatball cups are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. You can experiment with different types of pasta, cheese, and meatballs to create your own unique mac and cheese meatball cups.

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