Description
A unique and indulgent dessert that combines the classic flavors of mac and cheese with a fun cake presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups elbow macaroni (cooked al dente)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk (warm)
- 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 4 cups leftover mac & cheese (firm, chilled overnight)
- 2 cups flour
- 3 eggs (beaten)
- 3 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Oil, for frying
- Extra cheese sauce (for the waterfall effect)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux.
- Slowly add warm milk, whisking until thickened.
- Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cooked pasta. Set aside some sauce for topping.
- Spread leftover mac & cheese into a lined baking dish and refrigerate overnight until firm.
- Cut into round discs (cake-sized).
- Dredge each disc in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Place one fried mac & cheese disc on a serving board.
- Spread a layer of creamy mac & cheese on top.
- Repeat stacking until you have 3–4 layers.
- Pour extra hot cheese sauce over the top so it flows down like a cheesy waterfall.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Slice like a cake and serve warm, with cheese oozing out of every layer.
Notes
- Ensure the mac & cheese is chilled overnight for easier handling.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding jalapeños to the mac & cheese.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg