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Creamy Buffalo Mac & Cheese Bites

  • Author: Maxine Delarue
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Mac & Cheese Recipes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These creamy buffalo mac & cheese bites are a delicious twist on a classic dish. Perfect for parties or game day, they are easy to make and packed with flavor.


Ingredients

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8 oz elbow macaroni

1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 cup cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup buffalo sauce

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup green onions, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking spray


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, green onions, salt, and pepper.

4. Spoon the mixture into a greased muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.

5. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top of each mac & cheese bite.

6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.

7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the muffin tin and serving.


Notes

These bites can be made ahead of time and frozen. Simply reheat in the oven before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: mac and cheese, buffalo, appetizers, bites