Mac And Cheese Cups

Mac and Cheese Cups

Ingredients in Macaroni and Cheese Cups:

Pantry staple ingredients come together easily to make this effortless side dish. The mixture of cheddar and mozzarella cheese melts together perfectly and fills each bite with irresistible flavor and texture. Just one will not be enough! Mac and Cheese cups are not only quick and easy to serve fresh, but they are also very simple to make ahead and transport to an event. These are stress free and simple for guests to pick up and enjoy! They are always a huge hit and are the first tray to be empty from any gathering because they are so kid friendly and popular. Everyone will go crazy over these delicious mac and cheese cups!

Elbow macaroni: Uncooked elbow macaroni is perfect for these cups. Butter: Use either salted or unsalted. Just adjust the additional salt accordingly. Egg: Beaten egg holds each cup together. Shredded sharp Cheddar cheese: Half goes into the pasta mixture and half is sprinkled on top of each cup. Shredded mozzarella cheese: Soft, moist cheese that is creamy with milky flavor. Milk: Makes the cheese sauce creamy. Seasoned dry bread crumbs: Adds crunch as it bakes with the oil. Olive oil: Moistens the bread crumbs and gives the topping a light, crispy texture. Salt: To taste!

How to Make Baked Macaroni Cups:

This Mac and Cheese Cups recipe is just as easy as the homemade baked mac and cheese we have all made for years. Simply add the pasta mixture to a greased muffin tin, sprinkle with cheese and the most amazing bread crumb topping, then let it bake to perfection.

More Macaroni and Cheese Recipes:

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Mix ins: Add healthy veggies like broccoli or even some proteins like chicken, crumbled bacon, or ham to make these a tiny version of a complete meal. Mini Muffins: Use a mini muffin pan to make bite size gems that are both savory and impressive. Serve them as an appetizer or snack. Easy removal: Use cupcake liners for an even easier removal option. For best results, let them cool for about 10 minutes before removing them from the muffin tin.

All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.