Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavour, these mac & cheese balls with ham are the ultimate comfort food bite. Coated in breadcrumbs and seasoned with A Spice Affair’s Everything Bacon Seasoning, each ball has a crunchy outside, a gooey cheesy inside, and savoury ham cubes for the perfect party snack.
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked macaroni
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1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup cubed ham
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp flour
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1 ½ cups milk
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½ cup grated Parmesan
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Salt & pepper to taste
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2 eggs, beaten
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1 cup flour (for coating)
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1 ½ cups breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
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Oil for frying
Preparation
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Make the cheese sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux.
Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Add cheddar, Parmesan, and Everything Bacon Seasoning. Stir until creamy.
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Combine with pasta
Mix the cooked macaroni and ham cubes into the cheese sauce. Spread into a dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
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Form the balls
Scoop chilled mac & cheese mixture and roll into bite-sized balls.
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Coat
Roll each ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
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Fry until golden
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the balls in batches until deep golden and crispy, about 3–4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
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Serve & enjoy
Stack high on a platter for sharing, or serve with your favourite dipping sauce.
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