The absolute cheesiest Crockpot Mac and Cheese! Creamy, cheesy goodness wrapped in a classic comfort food package, all in your crockpot!
The Cheesiest Crockpot Mac and Cheese- with NO Flour
Over the holidays, I was assigned to make Crockpot Mac and Cheese for one the kids’ school parties. ย The problem? I never made any before!
Well, thankfully, I happened upon this recipe from Dinner with Julie, and decided to give it a go. ย Even more thankfully… It was THE BEST. ย Cheesiest Crockpot Mac and Cheese I have ever had in my life!
This homemade crockpot mac and cheese recipe has no flour, just cheesy goodness! ย So, if you’re a cheese-fanatic, who also loves a simple but delicious comfort food family meal, this is an absolute must-try!
Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe
Crock Pot Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked elbow macaroni
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- ยผ cup butter sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the uncooked pasta well in cold water and drain.
- Add uncooked pasta to crockpot along with milk, sour cream, cheese, and cream cheese. Stir to combine. (Cream cheese won't mix in yet. That's okay!)
- Dot the top with sliced butter.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 1 hour. Remove lid and stir. If macaroni is done and cooked through, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve. If macaroni is not done, you may need to cook for an additional 1-2 hours.
- Serve warm topped with MORE CHEESE.
Notes
- Cook time: Cook time will vary slightly depending on your specific slow cooker and its size. Smaller slow cookers will take a little longer. Also if you like your noodles more firm, your cook time will be shorter than if you like it very soft. Keep a close eye on it the first time you make it so that you figure out the perfect cook times for your slow cooker and taste buds.ย
- Cheese: Cheese is a fun thing to experiment with in mac and cheese. Try changing it up with different kinds, such as gouda, gruyere, or white cheddar.ย
- Serving size: 8 servings is if you're serving it as a main dish. If you'll be serving as a side, it will serve more like 12-16.
Nutrition
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Yummy! We love Macaroni and Cheese at our house, and my family is going to be thrilled to try this delicious recipe. Thank you for sharing! PINNED!
ohhhh that does sound like the cheesiest macaroni and cheese ever! I loooovvvvvveeeee the crunchy bits but I might be able to wait the 4 hours for it….we will have to see. This is being added to my must make list!! Thanks for sharing ๐
I’ve tried a couple times to make mac and cheese in the slow cooker with no success. Can’t wait to try this recipe out and see if I have better luck.
i will definitely try this one for my church potluck
Do you cook the Mac and cheese before putting it in the crock pot?
Nope. Everything goes in the Crockpot raw and uncooked.
I’m trying this for my son’s bday party this weekend but am using the shell pasta. Would the cook time be the same? Also, I was going to try doubling this. I have a large crockpot. Do you think doubling it would work? Thanks!
Shells will work as long as the box is the right ounce weight. And I double it all the time, and it still turns out yummy!
If I am making this a side and not a main dish how any willit feed?
A lot. I’d say 15-20, if I had to guess.
I’ve been looking for something to make for my book club next week and this just made it to the top of the list. Anything with the word’ cheesiest’ in the title just makes me so excited!
I make a crockpot mac and cheese recipe and just was looking at those posted on pinterest when I came upon yours but want you to know that the first recipe says 2 lbs elbow macaroni but when you click on “make it” it says 1 lb. My recipe calls for 1 and 1/2 lb so in yours which is correct? I don’t have cream cheese in mine I’d like to try it. Mine has cheddar cheese soup.
Pinterest takes information off sites and puts it on theirs, so information from Pinterest can be inaccurate. The most accurate information is on the website where it was originally written. So for my recipe, 1 pound (16 ounces).
I made this at Easter for the first time and loved it. It’s cooking right now for my night shift buddies while we work. I have doubled it both times. The only thing I did different this time is I stirred it at the 2 hour mark. Love it!!
Hello! What size crockpot do you use for the recipe as written?
Thanks!
Just a standard 6 quart.
Will it fit in 6 qt crockpot if I double the recipe?
It will fit but might require some skillful stirring so you don’t spill. Lol
Cheddar cheese is shredded, how do I incorporate the cream cheese in with the other ingredients?
I just throw it in on top and mix it in about half way through.
Also, my crockpot is a 3 qt. Will your recipe work in a 3 quart?
Mine is a 6 quart, and I’ve never made it with a 3 quart. My initial thoughts are…. I’m not sure if it will fit. And if it does, the cooking time will likely be increased a little due to just the size difference.
I’ve decided to cut the recipe in half, to fit in my 3qr crockpot, and will moniter the time. Thank you for your reply. Happy Thanksgiving!
I halfed the recipe and it came out great! I ended up cutting the cream cheese in small cubes. The only thing I would add to your recipe would be to spray the crockpot with Pam before cooking.
Yes, a liner works great too! I’m glad it worked for you!