Fried Mac & Cheese Balls

These Fried Mac & Cheese Balls are the ultimate way to transform leftover mac and cheese into an irresistible snack or party appetizer. Each ball features a gooey mozzarella center wrapped in creamy, cold mac and cheese, then double breaded for extra crunch. After a brief chill in the freezer, they’re deep-fried to golden perfection, resulting in a crispy exterior and molten, cheesy middle. Serve with marinara, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce, and don’t forget a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil for a gourmet touch.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Category: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time:

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 8 balls

Calories: 1,287 kcal per serving

Ingredients

⅛ - Cold leftover mac and cheese
8 - mozzarella balls
1 cup - all-purpose flour
4 - eggs
2 cup - breadcrumbs
⅛ - Salt
⅛ - Black pepper
⅛ - Vegetable oil
⅛ - Parmesan cheese
⅛ - Fresh basil
⅛ - Dipping sauce of choice

Instructions

Take a handful of cold mac and cheese and flatten slightly.
Place a small mozzarella ball in the center and wrap mac and cheese around it to form a ball.
Repeat for all 8 balls and freeze for 30 minutes.
Prepare three breading stations: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with scrambled eggs, and one with breadcrumbs also seasoned.
Coat each ball in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Repeat egg and breadcrumb steps for a double coating.
Freeze breaded balls for 1 hour.
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry balls until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Transfer to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt, Parmesan, and fresh basil.
Serve with dipping sauce of choice and enjoy!