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BBQ Bacon Mac and Cheese Waffle Cones

Creamy mac and cheese loaded with crispy bacon and smoky BBQ sauce served inside crunchy waffle cones for the ultimate fun party appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 cones
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Mac and Cheese Filling
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Muffin tin

Method
 

  1. Cook macaroni until al dente and drain.
  2. Prepare roux with butter and flour, then whisk in milk until thickened.
  3. Add cheeses and seasonings, stirring until smooth.
  4. Mix pasta with cheese sauce, bacon, and BBQ sauce.
  5. Fill waffle cones and top with bacon and extra BBQ drizzle.

Notes

Fill cones just before serving to keep them crisp.