Description
Mini Mac and Cheese Bites with Truffle Oil are a delicious and indulgent snack that combines creamy macaroni and cheese with the luxurious flavor of truffle oil, perfect for parties or as a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon truffle oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Stir in the truffle oil for added flavor.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of each bite.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before removing from the tin and serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the cheese used is rennet-free.
- Adjust the amount of truffle oil according to your taste preference.
- These bites can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Mini Mac and Cheese Bites, Truffle Oil, Appetizer, Snack