Easy Mac and Cheese Bites

If you love the light, flaky texture of puff pastry and the creamy goodness of macaroni and cheese you're going to flip over this fun and simple recipe.

Puff Pastry. . .and Macaroni?

I know, I know. It sounds crazy. But I promise, it's not. This simple recipe is probably going to end up being a family favorite. It's easy, it's unique, and you can eat these without dirtying up a bunch of dishes. They're even great as a party appetizer.

So, let's don't waste any time. Let's dive right in!

Mac and Cheese Bites Ingredients

• 1 box of Mac and Cheese (made as directed)
• 2 puff pastry sheets
• 1 8-ounce package grated cheddar

That's it! Just three ingredients.

How to Make Easy Mac and Cheese Bites

These come together in (literally) minutes.

Make the macaroni and cheese according to directions and set aside to cool.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Unroll the puff pastry, leaving it on the parchment paper that it comes with.

Use a pizza cutter to divide it into two rectangles of the same size.

Run a line of grated cheddar up the center of each rectangle, as you see in the picture below.

Now carefully add the Mac and cheese.

Dampen the edges of the pastry with water. Fold over and press down.

Crimp the edges with a fork.

Cut into 1" squares. You should end up with 18 squares.

Repeat the process for the second roll of pastry.

Gently lift the uncooked pastries and place on parchment lines baking sheets. Leave a bit of space between them because they will swell as they bake.

Bake for 15 - 17 minutes or until golden brown.

Remove and place on wire rack to cool.

After about ten minutes transfer Mac and Cheese bites directly to the wire rack to continue cooling.

Serve and enjoy!

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They will stay fresh up to four days. You can freeze these to heat later in your air fryer.

What to Expect from these Mac and Cheese Bites

They're crisp, they're creamy, they're loaded with flavor and texture. In short, they perfection! And you're really going to impress your guests when you serve these at your next event. The kids will love them, too. In fact, the kiddos would probably love to help you make them!

Other Puff Pastry Favorites from Out of the Box

Here are some fan favorites!

• Puff Pastry Pizza Rolls
• Puff Pastry Pumpkin Rolls
• Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls
• Puff Pastry Pecan Pie Bites

That’s it for this post, friends!

I hope you enjoyed this delicious recipe. 

If you make this recipe and love it, don’t forget to leave a review and a comment below. And while you're at it, go ahead and pin some photos to your Pinterest boards!

See this recipe at:  

• Full Plate Thursday 
• Weekend Potluck

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About the Author

Janice Thompson is an author, baker, and all-around mischief maker! She has overcome a host of baking catastrophes, including a toppled wedding cake, to learn more about the baking process. Janice has published over 165 books for the Christian market but particularly enjoys writing recipes and baking devotions. To learn more about Janice or to drop her a note, visit her About the Author page.