Fried Mac and Cheese Poppers
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Created: 8/1/2023
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
These crispy and cheesy poppers are the ultimate comfort food and are perfect for sharing with family and friends. The creamy and tangy mac and cheese comes together with the crispy outer layer, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients:
Yield: 6-8 servings
1 box of mac and cheese (and the necessary ingredients to make it)
1 cup of all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons of garlic powder
2 teaspoons of onion powder
1 teaspoon of paprika
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups of panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions:
Step 1
Cook the mac and cheese according to package instructions. Let it cool down for at least 10 minutes.
Cook the mac and cheese according to package instructions. Let it cool down for at least 10 minutes.
Step 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form small balls of mac and cheese and place them onto the baking sheet.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form small balls of mac and cheese and place them onto the baking sheet.
Step 4
Freeze the mac and cheese balls for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
Freeze the mac and cheese balls for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
Step 5
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 6
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
Step 7
In a third shallow dish, add the panko breadcrumbs.
In a third shallow dish, add the panko breadcrumbs.
Step 8
Heat up the vegetable oil in a pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Heat up the vegetable oil in a pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Step 9
Take the mac and cheese balls out of the freezer and roll them in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
Take the mac and cheese balls out of the freezer and roll them in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
Step 10
Dip each ball into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
Dip each ball into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
Step 11
Roll the balls in the panko breadcrumbs, making sure they are fully coated.
Roll the balls in the panko breadcrumbs, making sure they are fully coated.
Step 12
Fry the mac and cheese poppers in batches, for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Fry the mac and cheese poppers in batches, for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 13
Using a slotted spoon, remove the poppers from the oil and place onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the poppers from the oil and place onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 14
Serve the mac and cheese poppers hot, with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Serve the mac and cheese poppers hot, with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!