Tini’s Viral TikTok Mac and Cheese – crockpot creamy mac and cheese recipe easy
Creamy, dreamy, and just the right kind of cheesy 🧀—that’s how I’d describe Tini’s viral TikTok mac and cheese. It’s one of those dishes that sneaks up on you. You start by 'just tasting it,' and next thing you know, you’ve devoured half the pan. I’ve made this on sleepy Sundays, last-minute dinners, and even during a late-night snack attack. No judgment, right?
The secret? A few pantry staples, one glorious cheese pull, and a technique that doesn’t even ask you to boil the pasta first. It’s a cozy hug in a casserole dish—fast, comforting, and nostalgic in the best way. And trust me, once you make this version, boxed mac and cheese won’t hit the same ever again 🤷♀️.
So whether you’re cooking for the fam or solo with a glass of wine and zero plans, this recipe has your back. Get ready to scrape the bottom of the dish, because leftovers? They’re not likely to survive the night.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup butter, cut into chunks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, add uncooked elbow macaroni, milk, cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Give it a gentle stir.
- Top the mixture with all the shredded cheese, then dot the surface with butter chunks.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Uncover and give it a stir—make sure everything’s melted and gooey.
- Pop it back in the oven uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool a few minutes before diving in (or don’t, I won’t tell).