Jul 14 2026
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Mac & Cheese Balls Recipe

Inspired by Hammerheads
Time1h
Serves4

123 macballs fried and topped with smoked cheddar hollandaise.

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Ingredients

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Mac & Cheese Balls

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Cook the Macaroni

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

  2. 2

    Make the Cheese Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.

  3. 3

    Form the Balls

    Using your hands, take a small portion of the macaroni mixture and form it into a ball about the size of a golf ball. Repeat until all mixture is used.

  4. 4

    Coat the Balls

    Roll each ball in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

  5. 5

    Fry the Mac & Cheese Balls

    In a deep frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, fry the mac & cheese balls in batches until golden brown on all sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Prepare the Smoked Cheddar Hollandaise

    In a double boiler or heatproof bowl, melt butter. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, water, and salt. Gradually whisk in the melted butter until smooth and creamy. Stir in smoked cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Drizzle the smoked cheddar hollandaise over the fried mac & cheese balls and serve immediately.

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