Air Fryer Mac And Cheese Balls (Premade OR Frozen)
These Air Fryer Mac And Cheese Balls are crispy, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying! Perfect for snacking or entertaining, they’re a must-try!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Serving platter
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz mac and cheese balls (premade or frozen)
- 1 cup pizza sauce (warmed)
- 1 tsp fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- If you’re using frozen mac and cheese balls, take them out of the freezer. For fresh mac and cheese, ensure it's fully cooked and cooled slightly before forming the balls.
- Using your hands, take a generous scoop of mac and cheese and form it into a ball about the size of a golf ball.
- Set your air fryer to preheat at 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the mac and cheese balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each ball.
- Air fry the balls for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, shaking halfway through.
- Carefully remove the balls from the air fryer, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add shredded cheese or spices to the mac and cheese before forming the balls.
- Try different dipping sauces like marinara or ranch for variety.
- These balls can be made ahead and frozen; air fry directly from frozen without thawing.