08/05/2026
This Mac n Cheese is totally kid-friendly and incredibly delicious. It was gone within 48 hours over here. Full recipe is below!
Ingredients
Mac and cheese
* 16 ounces elbow macaroni
* 3 tablespoons salted butter
* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
* 2 cups whole milk
* 1/2 cup heavy cream
* 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
* 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
* 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
* 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Cheez-It topping
* 2 cups Cheez-It crackers, lightly crushed
* 3 tablespoons melted butter
* 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the macaroni according to the package directions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, whisking often, until slightly thickened.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Velveeta until completely melted. Add the shredded sharp cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and white pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
6. Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until every noodle is coated.
7. Pour the mac and cheese into the prepared baking dish.
8. In a small bowl, combine the crushed Cheez-Its, melted butter, and shredded sharp cheddar. Sprinkle evenly over the top.
9. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until bubbly around the edges and the topping is lightly golden.
10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
