Jul 17 2026
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Macaroni & Cheese Bites Recipe

Inspired by Elif’s Kitchen
Time40m
Serves12

Make Macaroni & Cheese Bites Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Macaroni

    In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare Cheese Mixture

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, milk, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine with Pasta

    Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese mixture until evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Form Bites

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Using a tablespoon, scoop the macaroni and cheese mixture into each muffin cup, pressing down to pack it tightly.

  5. 5

    Top with Bread Crumbs

    Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over the top of each macaroni bite.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.

  7. 7

    Cool and Serve

    Allow the macaroni and cheese bites to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin. Serve warm.

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