Low Fat Mac and Cheese Cup

Satisfy your comfort food cravings guilt-free with these delicious Low Fat Mac and Cheese Cups! Made with whole grain elbow macaroni and a creamy, low-fat cheddar cheese sauce, this recipe puts a healthy twist on a classic favorite. A touch of paprika and Parmesan cheese adds bold flavor and a crispy golden topping, while the individual portions are perfect for easy serving and portion control. Ready in just 40 minutes and baked in a convenient muffin tin, these mac and cheese cups are ideal for meal prepping, kid-friendly dinners, or even party appetizers. Indulge in the rich, cheesy goodness without the excess calories, all while enjoying a fun and portable twist on the ultimate comfort food classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 oz Whole grain elbow macaroni
• 1.5 cups Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cups Fat-free milk
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp Butter
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Cook the whole grain elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden, stirring constantly.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the fat-free milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue cooking, while stirring, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, ground black pepper, and paprika until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 7

Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with the cooking spray.

Step 8

Spoon the mac and cheese mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.

Step 9

Sprinkle the top of each cup with a bit of grated Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy crust.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Let the mac and cheese cups cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1458.7

Total Fat 37.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 123.9mg	0%
Sodium 5324.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.8g
Protein 97.8g	0%

Vitamin D 163.3IU	0%
Calcium 1976.5mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1306.8mg	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: 24.8%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 46.9%