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Oven-Baked Macaroni and Cheese Bites

Appetizer 🧄 American Comfort-Food

Oven-Baked Macaroni and Cheese Bites deliver a crisp, golden exterior with a creamy, cheddar-rich center that feels nostalgic and comforting. These mini morsels are perfect for game day snacks, party platters, or a kid-friendly dinner, offering the familiar warmth of mac and cheese in a tidy, poppable package. Serve hot for the best contrast of crunch and gooey melt.

  • Prep10 min
  • Cook25 min
  • Serves16
  • DifficultyEasy
Oven-Baked Macaroni and Cheese Bites
  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  3. 3

    Coat 2 mini muffin pans with cooking spray.

  4. 4

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

  5. 5

    Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 8 minutes; drain.

  6. 6

    Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat.

  7. 7

    Whisk in flour until smooth.

  8. 8

    Add milk and bring it to a simmer.

  9. 9

    Add 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, salt, and pepper.

  10. 10

    Stir until smooth.

  11. 11

    Turn the heat off.

  12. 12

    Add the drained pasta and beaten egg to the cheese sauce and stir until evenly combined.

  13. 13

    Using a small spoon, portion the mixture into the mini muffin tins.

  14. 14

    Sprinkle each mac and cheese bite with the remaining Cheddar cheese.

  15. 15

    Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 16 minutes.

  16. 16

    Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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