High Protein Mac and Cheese Bites
Elevate your snack game with these irresistibly creamy High Protein Mac and Cheese Bites—a perfect blend of comfort food indulgence and nutritious balance. Packed with elbow macaroni, three types of cheese (cheddar, cottage, and Parmesan), and a boost of unflavored whey protein powder, these bite-sized treats deliver all the cheesy goodness you crave while being a great source of protein. Greek yogurt and eggs lend extra creaminess and structure, while a golden breadcrumb topping adds a satisfying crunch. Baked to perfection in a mini muffin tin, these savory bites are the ideal grab-and-go snack or party appetizer. Whether you’re meal prepping or hosting a gathering, these are sure to be a hit! Keywords: high-protein snack, mac and cheese bites, cheesy appetizers, protein-packed recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Elbow macaroni
- 1.5 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cottage cheese
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup Whey protein powder, unflavored
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a mini muffin tin with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
Cook the elbow macaroni in a pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and eggs. Mix well until smooth and fully blended.
Add the Parmesan cheese, whey protein powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the cheese mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese mixture, ensuring all the pasta is evenly coated.
In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with a small amount of the cheese mixture to create a sticky topping.
Spoon the mac and cheese mixture into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.
Sprinkle a small amount of the breadcrumb mixture on top of each mac and cheese cup.
Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray to help the breadcrumbs turn golden brown.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are slightly crispy and the tops are golden.
Allow the mac and cheese bites to cool for a few minutes in the tin before carefully removing them with a butter knife or a small spoon.
Serve warm and enjoy your high protein mac and cheese bites!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 85.5 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.5 g | 248% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 626 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 5400 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.1 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 160.6 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 2061 mg | 159% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 986 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
