Labor Day Lobster Mac & Cheese Bites
A sophisticated twist on a comfort food classic, these Lobster Mac & Cheese Bites are perfect for your Labor Day gathering. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with fresh lobster, they make for the ultimate bite-sized appetizer.
Equipment
- 24-cup mini muffin tin
- Large Pot
- Large skillet
- Small Skillet
Ingredients
Pasta
- 6 oz elbow pasta
Sauce & Filling
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves coarsely chopped
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 oz gouda shredded
- 3 oz mild cheddar shredded
- 4 oz cooked lobster meat finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp plain bread crumbs
- 1 Tbsp chives thinly sliced
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until very al dente (about 5–6 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook until fragrant. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and stir until thickened.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the cream cheese, gouda, and cheddar until melted. Season with salt. Fold in the lobster and cooked pasta.
- In a small skillet, melt the remaining 1 teaspoon of butter. Stir in the bread crumbs until combined.
- Divide pasta mixture into muffin cups. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden. Top with chives and pepper.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per bite):
Calories: 115 | Total Carbs: 3g | Net Carbs: 3g | Fats: 8g | Protein: 5g
Calories: 115 | Total Carbs: 3g | Net Carbs: 3g | Fats: 8g | Protein: 5g
