Easy Mac and Cheese Bites (Mac and Cheese Cups)
Learn how to make quick and easy Mac and Cheese Bites for an easy kids lunch or dinner. These bites are fun and a nutritious kids meal that can easily double as an appetizer! You can even add in veggies like broccoli for the most delicious mac and cheese cups.
Servings 4 -8 (makes 8 cups)
Calories 205kcal
Ingredients
- 5.5 ounce box mac and cheese (1 standard box)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 egg (lightly beaten)
- 1/2 cup minced broccoli (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and grease 8 cups of a standard-size muffin pan with nonstick spray.
- Prepare the mac and cheese according to the package directions, cooking the pasta, draining it, then mixing it with the butter, milk, and cheese powder in the pot.
- Stir the egg and broccoli, if using, into the mac and cheese. Divide among the prepared muffin cups, using a heaping 1/4 cup each. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese, if using.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Heat for 15-30 seconds in the microwave to serve.
- Use kitchen scissors to finely mince the broccoli so it's about the same size as the noodles.
- Use whichever type of boxed mac and cheese you prefer. Cook according to package directions.
- Use peas or cauliflower rice instead of broccoli.
- To make in a mini muffin pan, fill each cup about full and bake for 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups | Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 322mg | Potassium: 114mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 1mg