How to Make Air Fried Macaroni and Cheese Ballsįirst, using your leftover refrigerated macaroni and cheese, take large chunks, about 2 Tbsp, and roll into balls. I’ve made this recipe with both this creamy baked macaroni and cheese and this Air Fryer Mac and Cheese leftovers. If you’re making the macaroni and cheese the same day you make the bites, you will need to cook it, let it cool, and refrigerate it for about 4 hours. Baked macaroni and cheese usually thickens up once refrigerated. Most macaroni and cheese will do this but some may not. You will also need a mac and cheese that has a cheese sauce that will thicken once refrigerated. That will make the balls easier to roll and hold together. You’ll need leftover mac and cheese that has been cooled and refrigerated in a bowl or pan so that it sticks together. The Kind of Mac and Cheese needed for this recipeīefore I get into the making of this dish, I’d like to discuss the right kind of macaroni and cheese to make this work. It’s healthier, less messy, and pretty easy.

Traditionally, these bites are deep-fried but I figured why not give it a go in my Air Fryer. Whether you call these mac and cheese bites or balls, these are a must-try in your Air Fryer. It was about time I did another favorite of mine, macaroni and cheese balls. I’ve done air fryer egg rolls, chicken wings, and bacon-wrapped chicken bites. The Air Fryer is pretty amazing when it comes to my fried favorites, especially appetizers. You can find important tips/tricks in the This post contains affiliate links, please read my full disclaimer here.įull Recipe Ingredients/Instructions are available in the Air fry them for a healthier version of your favorite appetizer. Cut into wedges and serve warm.These Air Fried Macaroni and Cheese Balls are perfect for any day of the week. When the timer goes off, remove the deep casserole pan and allow the Mac & Cheese to cool for at least 20 minutes before inverting the deep casserole pan over a plate and removing the pan to release the mac & cheese. Set the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and the timer for 30 minutes. Sprinkle over the top of the pasta and place in the basket of the Air Fryer, and close the drawer. Place the pasta into the deep casserole pan and in a separate, small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and butter and stir to blend. Add the milk, heavy cream, Fontina, Gruyere, Cheddar, Essence, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, black pepper and nutmeg and stir well to combine. Remove from the water, drain well, and place in a medium bowl. Cook the pasta until just al dente, according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Once boiling, add 2 tablespoons of the salt to the water and then the pasta. Fill a large saucepan three-quarters full with water and bring to a boil over high heat.

Air fryer fried mac and cheese