Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Recipe
This creamy, cheesy spaghetti bake is comfort food at its best—made with a rich cream cheese sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan for a golden, bubbly finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
➤ For the Pasta
8 oz spaghetti (or any pasta shape)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup milk (whole milk recommended for creaminess)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
➤ Optional Add-Ins
Cooked ground beef, sausage, or chicken
Sautéed vegetables (spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers)
Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Cook Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk softened cream cheese with milk until smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Combine: Toss the cooked pasta with the cream cheese sauce. Mix in ½ cup mozzarella and ¼ cup Parmesan until melted.
Assemble: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the pasta mixture evenly into the dish. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
Serve: Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with parsley, red pepper flakes, or extra Parmesan.
Notes
Cover with foil during the first 15 minutes of baking to retain moisture.
Customize with your favorite meats or vegetables.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat covered in the oven or microwave to keep it moist.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/baked-cream-cheese-spaghetti-recipe/
