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Fried Cheesy Macaroni Rings

The Vulgar Chef's Fried Mac and Cheese is Coated in Crushed Cheetos

— January 29, 2015 — Lifestyle
Instead of using bread crumbs, this fried mac and cheese snack is entirely coated in crushed up Cheetos. From The Vulgar Chef, the Cheetos Crusted Mac n' Cheese Donuts are only really referred to as donuts due to their circular shape.

The food blogger placed the macaroni and cheese into a donut shaped mold and froze it for a few hours. Afterwards he dipped the cheesy ring into egg wash before dipping the whole thing in crushed Cheetos and eventually frying.

If you are going to try to replicate this fried mac and cheese recipe at home, you might want to experiment a bit with the freezing and frying method, as The Vulgar Chef noted his were still a little cold.
Trend Themes
1. Fried Mac and Cheese Variations - The trend towards innovative and creative variations of fried mac and cheese presents opportunities for chefs and food manufacturers to experiment with different coatings and flavors.
2. Alternative Coatings for Fried Foods - The use of crushed Cheetos as a coating for fried mac and cheese opens up possibilities for other unconventional coatings, such as crushed potato chips or pretzels, to create unique and crave-worthy snacks.
3. Hybrid Food Creations - The combination of mac and cheese with the fried, donut-like shape offers a glimpse into the ongoing trend of hybrid food creations, where different dishes or cuisines are merged to create novel and Instagram-worthy treats.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can explore innovative variations of fried mac and cheese, bringing new flavors and textures to consumers who seek indulgent and unique snacks.
2. Snack Food - Snack food manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of alternative coatings for fried foods, introducing new and exciting snack options that cater to consumers' desire for bold and unconventional flavors.
3. Restaurant and Culinary - Restaurants and culinary experts can embrace the trend of hybrid food creations, incorporating unique dishes like Cheetos Crusted Mac n' Cheese Donuts into their menus to attract adventurous diners and create buzz.
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