Dairy-Free Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food makeover with these crispy, golden-brown Dairy-Free Fried Mac and Cheese Balls! Featuring a creamy, plant-based cheese sauce made with coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and dairy-free cheese shreds, these irresistible bites are completely dairy-free yet bursting with cheesy flavor. The macaroni is coated, chilled, and formed into perfect bite-sized balls before being breaded and fried to crunchy perfection. Perfect as a party appetizer, snack, or indulgent treat, these vegan-friendly mac and cheese balls are sure to steal the show. Serve them fresh and hot with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable plant-based delight!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Dairy-free cheese shreds
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, nutritional yeast, dairy-free cheese shreds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese shreds are melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step 3
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, combining thoroughly until all pasta is coated.
Step 4
Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread it out evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Step 5
Once chilled, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mac and cheese mixture and shape into balls. Repeat this process until all the mixture is used.
Step 6
Prepare a dredging station with three shallow dishes: place flour in the first, almond milk in the second, and breadcrumbs in the third.
Step 7
Roll each mac and cheese ball in the flour, dip it into almond milk, then coat it with breadcrumbs. Make sure each ball is fully coated. Repeat with all the balls.
Step 8
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
Step 9
Fry the mac and cheese balls in batches for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious dairy-free fried mac and cheese balls!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1902.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 9601.7 |
| Total Fat 908.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 172.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 537.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4530.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 390.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.6g | |
| Protein 66.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 43.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 302.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 458.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories