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Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Indulgent Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese in Minutes

This Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese recipe provides comfort and flavor in every bite, perfect for quick meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizers & Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Fries

  • 4 medium Apples Fresh varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon For flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Adjust based on apple sweetness

For the Dipping Sauces

  • ½ cup Caramel Sauce Rich and buttery
  • ½ cup Vanilla Yogurt Tangy alternative to caramel

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries

  • Prepare your apples by washing, coring, and slicing into ½ inch wedges.
  • In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar for coating the apple fries.
  • Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko combined with cinnamon-sugar.
  • Coat each apple wedge in flour, then egg, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F and arrange the coated apple slices in a single layer in the basket.
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway for even cooking, until golden and crispy.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar mix and serve immediately with dipping sauces.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat in the air fryer for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheesy pasta, Comfort Food, Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese, easy recipes, Quick Meals
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