If you love a comforting bowl of macaroni cheese but want something a little lighter, this Air Fryer Macaroni Cheese is a lovely recipe to try!
Made with tender macaroni, a smooth homemade cheese sauce, reduced-fat cheese and a little broccoli, it’s creamy and comforting on the inside with a beautifully golden, lightly crispy topping.
The air fryer gives the cheese a delicious baked finish without needing lots of butter, cream or oil. It’s an easy family-friendly meal, perfect for busy evenings, weekend lunches or whenever you’re craving something warm and cheesy.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 35–40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cooking Method: Air Fryer
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
For the Macaroni
- 250g dried macaroni pasta
- 150g broccoli, cut into small florets
- Low-calorie cooking spray
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Cheese Sauce
- 400ml skimmed milk
- 25g cornflour
- 100g reduced-fat mature cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika, optional
- A pinch of salt and black pepper
For the Golden Topping
- 40g reduced-fat cheddar cheese, grated
- 15g dried breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- A little low-calorie cooking spray
How to Make Air Fryer Macaroni Cheese
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