Fried Mac & Cheese Balls

Fried Mac & Cheese Balls
2.2 from 5 ratings
Leftover Mac & Cheese?  Fry it up!
Servings
4
servings
Ingredients
  • leftover mac & cheese
  • 2 cup italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup flour
  • oil for frying
Directions
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Using a cookie or ice cream scoop, scoop cold mac and cheese into balls.
  2. Freeze for 1-2 hours, or until firm.
  3. Mix bread crumbs with spices  Combine egg and milk. Bread the Mac and Cheese Balls, coating with flour, into the egg and milk mixture, then coating well with the breadcrumbs. Let sit about 15 minutes to defrost.
  4. Fry in 350 degree oil until will browned, at least 3 minutes to make sure they are cooked through. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce.