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These Mac & Cheese Bites take comfort food to the next level with a crispy, golden arancini-style crust and a melty mozzarella center. Each bite is a perfect balance of creamy, smoky, and crunchy, making them the ultimate party snack, game-day treat, or indulgent craving-fix. If you've ever wished mac and cheese could be even more addictive, this recipe delivers in the best way possible.

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3HRS 15MINS
Total Time
$1.06
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
16
us / metric
Mac & Cheese

1 cup
Shredded Colby Jack Cheese

1/2 cup
Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese

1 1/2 Tbsp
Unsalted Butter

1 cup
All-Purpose Flour, divided
plus 1 1/2 Tbsp

3/4 cup
Whole Milk

3/4 cup
Evaporated Milk

1/2 tsp
Garlic Powder

1/2 tsp
Smoked Paprika

1/4 tsp
Kosher Salt

1/4 tsp
Freshly Ground Black Pepper

2 tsp
Dijon Mustard

1 lb
Cooked Elbow Macaroni
Assembly

10
Mozzarella String Cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces

4
Eggs
for dredging

3 cups
Panko Breadcrumbs
for coating

as needed
Oil
about 1 quart, for frying