Christmas Crockpot Mac n Cheese

Jump to recipe. Let’s be real: Christmas is magical, but it’s also a lot. You need an easy, no-fuss recipe that lets you relax and actually enjoy Christmas Day. Enter: Crockpot Mac ‘n’ Cheese, the perfect low-maintenance Christmas recipe. While your slow cooker works its cheesy magic, you can focus on the important stuff—like sipping hot cocoa, playing referee in a heated board game, or sneaking one more cookie from Santa’s stash.

This recipe is creamy, dreamy, no-hassle cheesy goodness. It’s festive comfort food that takes almost no effort—because let’s face it, your slow cooker deserves a holiday win too.

Why This Recipe Will Be the Star of Your Holiday Spread

• It’s Foolproof: Dump, stir, and let the crockpot do its thing while you focus on pretending you’re a gift-wrapping pro.

• Velvety Texture, Every Time: Thanks to Velveeta, milk, and a splash of heavy cream, this mac is as smooth as Bing Crosby crooning White Christmas.

• Crowd-Pleaser: Whether you’re hosting picky kids or mac ‘n’ cheese connoisseurs, everyone will be going back for seconds.

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The Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 cups (1 box) noodles (elbows are classic, but spirals are a vibe too)

• 3 ½ cups milk

• ½ block Velveeta, cubed (I do half a block of the big 32 oz., equalling the 16 oz size)

• 1 stick butter, because holiday calories don’t count

• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or colby jack

• ⅓ cup heavy cream, aka liquid gold

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon mustard powder (this is the secret to flavor that says, “I know what I’m doing”)

• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon onion powder

• Black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Assemble Your Dream Team: Add noodles, milk, Velveeta, butter, shredded cheese, heavy cream, salt, mustard powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and a dash of pepper into your slow cooker.

2. Set It and Forget It: Stir everything together, pop on the lid, and set your crockpot to low for 1.5-2 hours... depending on how hot your crockpot runs. For mine, it's 1.5-2 hours. (Pro tip: Stir a couple of times through to avoid any awkward noodle clumps.)

3. Taste Test Like a Pro: Once the noodles are tender and the sauce is velvety smooth, give it a quick stir and adjust seasoning if needed.

4. Serve Hot and Watch It Disappear: Scoop into bowls or onto plates, garnish with some freshly cracked pepper (or parsley if you’re feeling fancy), and prepare for applause.

Pro Tips for Holiday Mac Magic

• Use Freshly Grated Cheese: While Velveeta holds the fort, adding a handful of freshly grated cheddar at the end takes it to gourmet levels.

• Customize the Flavor: Feeling festive? Stir in cooked bacon, roasted garlic, or even a dash of smoked paprika.

• Don’t Overcook: Keep an eye on the noodles; we want al dente, not mushy.

Why You’ll Love It

This Crockpot Mac ‘n’ Cheese is the culinary equivalent of a cozy Christmas sweater—warm, comforting, and full of nostalgia. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd, doubling as a side dish or a star-worthy main for your holiday dinner. Plus, it frees you up to focus on what really matters: family, friends, and the gift you totally forgot to buy.

If you make this dish, I’d love to hear how it turned out! Did you keep it classic or add your own festive twist? Share your creations, and let’s make this the cheesiest, coziest Christmas yet.

Happy holidays and happy cooking! 🎄🧀