Macaroni and Cheese Cups Recipe
Discover easy macaroni and cheese cups that are crispy, creamy, and perfect for any meal. Get the recipe and impress your family today!
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 tbsp butter plus more for greasing tin
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk slightly warmed
- 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese optional
- 1 egg whisked
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika optional
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prep the Oven & Tin:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin generously.
Cook Pasta:
- Boil macaroni in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside (don’t rinse).
Make the Cheese Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually add warm milk, stirring until thickened (3–4 mins). Turn off heat and stir in cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Combine with Pasta:
- Let sauce cool slightly, then mix in pasta. Once warm (not hot), stir in the whisked egg.
Fill Muffin Tin:
- Spoon mixture into cups, pressing lightly. Optionally, top with breadcrumbs or toppings of choice.
Bake:
- Bake for 16–18 minutes until golden and bubbling. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing.
Notes
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Sugar: 1g
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: ~210mg
Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on ingredient brands and toppings used.