Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese Bites

Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese Bites—deliciously golden, bite-sized morsels perfect for gatherings or snacking. Made with gluten-free elbow macaroni and a luscious plant-based cheese sauce featuring dairy-free cheddar, nutritional yeast, and almond milk, these bites are bursting with flavor without compromising dietary needs. A sprinkle of gluten-free breadcrumbs adds a satisfyingly crispy topping, while smoky paprika and garlic powder bring a depth of flavor. Baked to perfection in a mini muffin tin, these easy-to-make, dairy-free appetizers are ready in just under an hour and are sure to impress both kids and adults alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 8 ounces gluten-free elbow macaroni
• 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 cup dairy-free cheddar cheese shreds
• 0.25 cup dairy-free cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 0 olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 2

Cook the gluten-free elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the almond milk, nutritional yeast, dairy-free cheddar cheese shreds, and dairy-free cream cheese.

Step 4

Stir the mixture continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Mix the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce, ensuring all pasta is well coated.

Step 7

Spoon the mac and cheese mixture into each cavity of the prepared mini muffin tin, packing them tightly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the gluten-free breadcrumbs evenly over each mac and cheese bite.

Step 9

Spray a light coat of olive oil over the tops to help with browning.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden and crispy.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the mac and cheese bites cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before removing.

Step 12

Use a small spatula or knife to gently loosen and lift the bites from the mini muffin tin.

Step 13

Serve warm as a delightful snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1030.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2292.3

Total Fat 90.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4082.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 42.4g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 2484.4mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 655.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 58.0%