Mac and cheese donuts

Name: Mac and cheese donuts
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: Cellentani pasta 4 cups; Fresh liquid cream 1.67 cups; Whole milk 1 ¼ cup; Cheddar cheese 2 ¾ cups; Provolone cheese 7 oz; Edam cheese 5.3 oz; Grana Padano PDO cheese 1.75 oz; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Type 00 flour 0.8 cup; Eggs 4; Breadcrumbs 1 cup; Peanut seed oil to taste

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681

Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 681
Carbohydrates g 50.4
of which sugars g 4.6
Protein g 25.9
Fats g 41.7
of which saturated fat g 19.18
Fiber g 1.6
Cholesterol mg 152
Sodium mg 692

Difficulty: Average
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Makes: 12 pieces
Cost: Low
Note + the time for setting in the refrigerator (at least 3 h)

PRESENTATION

Mac and cheese donuts—yeah, they’re a twist on the classic comfort food that turns it into something fun and exciting. Imagine this: the look of a sweet donut but filled with all the gooey goodness of traditional mac and cheese. So... Instead of baking it like usual, the cheesy noodles are shaped into circles and fried. This gives them a crispy exterior, while inside it’s all tender and full of creamy cheese flavor. Really good stuff.

You’ll find the same pasta and cheese combo everyone loves, but with a shape and texture that make these mac and cheese donuts a hit at parties or game nights. For sure. Whether you call them mac and cheese doughnuts or mac n cheese donuts, they’re sure to be a favorite at any gathering.

Thing is, what makes these fried mac and cheese donuts super cool is how they work as both a snack and a conversation starter. People might be used to regular baked mac and cheese, but these donuts—really really—take things in a playful direction. The golden outside and moist cheesy inside make every bite a great mix of crunch and creamy. You know, they’re popular on lists for unique appetizer ideas and fun party foods—both kids and adults love them. Pretty simple.

You can serve them in various ways: stack them up with a side of spicy dipping sauce or set them out on a platter for any get-together. No matter how you serve them, homemade mac and cheese donuts always get people talking and reaching for more. Really, the mix of comfort with a touch of street food style makes these tangy and cheesy treats something folks will want to try again and again.

They're not just tasty, but also a creative way to enjoy a beloved dish. Perfect for any occasion, these donuts bring a fresh twist to an old favorite—making them a must-try for anyone looking to spice up their snack game. Whether it's for a party, a family gathering, or just because, these mac and cheese donuts are sure to impress. Seriously good.

INGREDIENTS

681

Calories per serving

Ingredients for 12 donuts: Cellentani pasta 4 cups (500 g)

For the cheese cream: Fresh liquid cream 1.67 cups (400 g); Whole milk 1 ¼ cup (300 g); Cheddar cheese 2 ¾ cups (300 g); Provolone cheese 7 oz (200 g); Edam cheese 5.3 oz (150 g); Grana Padano PDO cheese 1.75 oz (50 g); Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

For breading: Type 00 flour 0.8 cup (100 g); Eggs 4; Breadcrumbs 1 cup (100 g)

for frying: Peanut seed oil to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Mac and cheese donuts

To make the mac and cheese donuts, first put a pot of water on to boil for the pasta, then dice the cheddar and provolone 1. Grate the Edam and Grana Padano PDO with a coarse grater 2. Pour the milk and cream into a small pot 3, season lightly with salt, pepper, and bring to just below boiling.

At this point, add the provolone 4 and cheddar 5 and melt the cheeses over medium-low heat for about 12 minutes, stirring gently with a whisk. Meanwhile, the water should have come to a boil, so salt it and cook the pasta al dente 6.

When the cheese cream is smooth and lump-free, turn off the heat and set aside 7. Drain the pasta in a large bowl, add the cheese cream 8 and the grated Edam 9.

Add the grated Parmesan 10 and mix well to combine everything 11. Spread the mixture on a tray with the help of a spoon 12, then refrigerate to set for at least 3 hours.

After the cooling time 13, cut circles using a 4.33-inch diameter cutter 14 and make the center hole using a 0.79-inch diameter cutter 15.

Now take 3 bowls and fill them with flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Coat each donut first in the flour 16, then in the egg 17, and finally in the breadcrumbs to cover them evenly 18.

Heat seed oil in a pan to 340°F and fry one donut at a time for about 2 minutes 19, until golden 20. Drain your mac and cheese donuts on a paper towel to absorb excess oil and serve them hot and gooey 21!

Storage

It's recommended to consume the mac and cheese donuts as soon as they are ready. Alternatively, you can freeze the donuts before frying and fry them directly from frozen for a few more minutes, after letting them sit at room temperature for about ten minutes.