Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of Trader Joe’s Mac and Cheese Bites
- Optional: oil spray for the air fryer basket
- Dipping sauce of choice (ranch, marinara, etc.) for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). This ensures a quick and even cooking process for the Trader Joe’s Mac and Cheese Bites.
- While the air fryer is preheating, lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil spray. This step is optional but helps prevent sticking and achieves a crispier texture.
- Take the Trader Joe’s Mac and Cheese Bites out of the freezer. Do not thaw. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even air circulation.
- Cook the Mac and Cheese Bites for about 10 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, shake the basket or use tongs to flip the bites. This promotes an even crispy texture on all sides.
- Check the bites at the 8-minute mark. If they have achieved a golden-brown crispness, they are ready. If not, cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the Mac and Cheese Bites from the air fryer and let them cool for 1-2 minutes. They will be hot!
- Serve immediately and enjoy your quick, delicious snack!
Notes
For best results, do not thaw the Mac and Cheese Bites before cooking. Cooking from frozen ensures the optimal texture and taste of this Trader Joe’s frozen appetizers recipe.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 Mac and Cheese Bites
- Calories: 200 per serving
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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