Get ready to love mac and cheese even MORE than you already do.
Say hello to the portable version of mac and cheese – Appetizers will never be the same!!!
These cheesy homemade mac and cheese snacks are baked in a muffin tin for an easy and crowd-friendly appetizer that will have everyone asking for the recipe!
Plus, it’s like instant portion control.
Except that these mac and cheese cups are even more addictive than they are adorable, and you’ll kind of want to eat all of them.
So maybe it’s best to forget what I said about portion control…
These are great if you need an easy party appetizer (hi, Super Bowl Sunday!), and they are just as great to throw into a lunchbox and win the Coolest Mom Award.
Or serve as a quick lunch or dinner, along with some steamed veggies or Homemade Garlicy Kale.
(For recipe instructions, see: How To Cook Kale – The Easy Way.)
Baked Mac And Cheese Cups
Baked Mac & Cheese Cups To Go
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Ingredients
- 4 oz dry elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast OR Parmesan (such as vegan Parma)
- 6 oz shredded cheese, such as Daiya vegan
- optional 1 tbsp buttery spread
Instructions
Grease a muffin tin very well, making sure to grease the sides. Set aside. Preheat oven to 400 F. Bring a salted pot of water to a boil, and then cook the pasta until al dente. Drain completely, then add all other ingredients (including the 1/4 tsp salt) to the pot with the drained pasta. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until cheese melts. Portion into the muffin tins and press each down. Bake 20 minutes on the middle rack. So that the cups set up without falling apart, let them cool at least 15 minutes before going around each with a knife and then popping out of the muffin tins.
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Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says
These are so cute! Gotta love bite-sized appetizers 🙂
Jennifer says
These are SOOOOOO adorable!!!
Suze - Luxury Columnist says
These are virtually guilt free given their small size 😉
Kathryn says
Super cute! I’ve been thinking about making these, but my mac n cheese recipe is too saucy, they wouldn’t stay in cup shape. I’m excited to try your recipe! Thanks Katie!
Aubrey says
Yummy, so fun!!:)
Olivia @cravebalance says
YUM! This definitely looks like a crowd pleaser.
Lisa @ Chocolate Meets Strawberry says
Oh my, I can just see myself grabbing one after the other of these!! I love mac and cheese, and I think I’ll love it even more (if that’s possible) in this wonderful, portable form!
Sarena @ Tealinspiration says
These are adorable and look delicious! I can’t wait to try them!
helen says
what a great party idea, especially since you can make them ahead. Keep the party treat recipes coming 🙂
Nina says
Making these for Super Bowl. Did a trial today and they were delicious.
Nina says
I give the recipe 5 stars!!!!!
Courtney says
Yum! The only way to make mac and cheese better is to make it portable! 🙂
Lindsay says
Do you recommend keeping these hot if we take with us to a party? Or can I make in advance and have the hostess re-heat them before serving?
Tricia says
Can these be frozen? How long would they last in the fridge?
Thanks
Lenia says
I just made these for the second time. They are great as a to-go lunch to take to uni or work. Even my boyfriend liked them and that says something. Great recipe!
Janera says
These are great , just made them thank you so much
Stacy says
Hi Katie, these look so delish!! Question – are these the mini muffin tins, or the regular size? The recipe says it makes 7-9, so I’m guessing the mini tin, but the recipe just says muffin tin. Sorry, just want to be sure, for baking time. Thanks!
alexis says
Can these be made using paper muffin tin liners? I want to theme them for St Patrick’s Day 😛
Jason Sanford says
Sure!
Stephanie says
Didn’t use parm or nutritional yeast and added bread crumbs to the tops. These are pretty scrumptious! Was hoping my kids would eat them, but apparently Annie’s is better than homemade ?
Deb-do says
Ooh this looks SO DELICIOUS definitely gonna try this!
Karen Bruning says
Delicious and easy to make. Perfect for lunchbox or a quick snack grab. I’ve made them 3 times in a month!