Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Rating
4.6 out of 5 stars
(17)
Ingredients
12 servings
- 3 cups macaroni and cheese, homemade or store-bought
- 2 cups vegetable oil, or more, as needed
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups Panko
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
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Preparation
Step 1
Place macaroni and cheese into the refrigerator until firm, about 3-4 hours.
Step 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium high heat.
Step 3
Using a small cookie scoop, roll macaroni and cheese into 1 1/4-to-1 1/2-inch balls, forming about 12.
Step 4
Working one at a time, dip balls into eggs, then dredge in Panko, pressing to coat.
Step 5
Working in batches, add balls to the Dutch oven and cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 6
Serve immediately, garnished with chives, if desired.
Step 7
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Chef's notes
Great for Thanksgiving leftovers or for Game Day.
Works great on either occasions.
That way you have a convenient excuse to make this more than once a year.
