Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Mac and Cheese
This creamy, cheesy slow cooker mac and cheese needs just three ingredients and minimal effort—perfect for busy weeknights, picky eaters, or cozy comfort food cravings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2–3 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker / Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups elbow macaroni (or pasta of choice)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar recommended)
2 cups milk (whole milk preferred, 2% okay)
Optional: salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Add Ingredients:
Pour pasta, shredded cheese, and milk into the slow cooker. Stir to combine and evenly coat the noodles.
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring once or twice during cooking. Stirring helps keep the cheese sauce creamy and prevents clumping.
Serve:
When the pasta is tender and the cheese is fully melted into a smooth sauce, it’s ready to serve. Enjoy hot.
Notes
Stir every 30–45 minutes for best texture.
Add a pinch of salt and black pepper for more flavor.
To make it extra creamy, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.
Great with mix-ins like bacon, jalapeños, or additional cheeses like gouda or Monterey Jack.
