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mac and cheese bites in marinara sauce

Air Fryer Mac & Cheese Bites

Source: donuts2crumpets
Soft, creamy, cheesy goodness on the inside with a crispy seasoned crust on the outside, Air Fryer Mac & Cheese Bites will be a new family favorite.
Servings: 24
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
5 from 5 votes

Ingredients
  

  • Homemade mac and cheese (made the day prior and allowed to sit overnight in the refrigerator.)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbsp milk
  • 2 cups panko crumbs
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • In one bowl whisk together the eggs and milk.
  • In another bowl whisk together the panko, salt, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
  • Cut the refrigerated mac and cheese in to chunks or use a cookie scoop to make balls.
  • Dip your mac and cheese chunks/balls in the egg mixture, then roll them in the panko mixture.
  • Place them in a single layer in your air fryer with space between each one.
  • Air fry in batches at 360 for 9-10 minutes.
  • Serve over your favorite marinara sauce and garnish with Parmesan cheese and herbs.