Air-Fryer Mac And Cheese Balls
Ingredients
- 4 cups prepared macaroni and cheese chilled
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chilled macaroni and cheese with the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Roll 2 tablespoons of mixture into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the mac and cheese balls for 30 minutes until firm.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs. In another bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Coat each frozen mac and cheese ball by dipping it in the eggs and then rolling it in the breadcrumb mixture for an even layer.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
- Gently spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange the coated balls in a single layer within the basket, ensuring they do not touch. Air fry at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
- Carefully remove the mac and cheese balls from the air fryer and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 153kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 384mgFiber: 0.1g
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