Jalapeno Mac and Cheese Bites
User Reviews
5
Jalapeno Mac and Cheese Bites
Description
Jalapeno Mac and Cheese Bites start with a base of sharp cheddar cheese mixed with macaroni and cheese, chopped jalapeños, eggs, flour, and some panko bread crumbs. The eggs and flour help bind the mixture into firm bites that hold their shape through baking. The batter is spooned into mini muffin tins greased for easy removal. A topping of panko combined with melted butter and optional bacon bits creates a crunchy, savory crust on each bite.
Baked at 375°F for about 18-20 minutes, the bites develop a golden-brown surface while staying moist and cheesy inside. The jalapeños provide a bright but balanced heat that cuts through the richness of the cheese. These bites work well warm as finger food for gatherings or casual snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, shredded sharp
- 2 egg
- ½ cup jalapeños drained and chopped
- 1 package macaroni and cheese Bob Evans brand
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs divided
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons bacon bits optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Combine cheddar, flour, and ½ cup bread crumbs in a medium bowl.
- Gently stir in macaroni and jalapenos. Add eggs and fold until combined.
- Spoon into greased mini muffin tins.
- In a small bowl, combine remaining bread crumbs, melted butter, and bacon bits. Sprinkle over bites.
- Bake 18-20 minutes or until heated through. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24bites
Amount Per Serving
Calories 83 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 83 | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 141mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 131IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
