About this recipe
This page targets the plural search phrase crock pot recipes mac and cheese with Velveeta by giving a strong base recipe plus simple variations. Start with a creamy Velveeta slow cooker mac and cheese, then customize it with bacon, broccoli, jalapeños, extra cheddar, or a crunchy topping.
Ingredients
Base recipe
- 1 lb elbow macaroni (cooked just to al dente)
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 4 tbsp butter (cubed)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional variations
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 1 cup steamed broccoli (chopped)
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños (chopped)
- 1/2 cup extra cheddar cheese (for a cheesier version)
Equipment
Slow Cooker
Large Pot
Colander
Spatula
Measuring Cups
Instructions
Choose your variation
Decide whether you want classic, bacon, broccoli, spicy jalapeño, or extra-cheesy mac and cheese.
Cook the pasta
Cook macaroni just to al dente and drain well so it holds up in the crock pot.
Build the base
Add cooked pasta, Velveeta, cheddar, milk, evaporated milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
Cook and stir
Cook on low for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes until creamy.
Add variations
Stir in bacon, broccoli, jalapeños, or extra cheddar near the end so the add-ins stay flavorful.
Serve warm
Serve from the slow cooker on warm, adding a little milk if the sauce thickens.
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Substitutions
- Adjust sweetness or richness: Change syrup, sugar, cheese, cream, citrus, or spice levels to match your taste.
- Use similar tools: A similar pan, glass, shaker, slow cooker, skillet, or workspace can work if the method stays the same.
- Make it practical: Choose the variation that matches how you plan to serve the recipe or guide topic.
Storage
Best fresh
Drinks and hot dishes are best served right after final assembly for the best texture and flavor.
Refrigerator
Store food leftovers, sauces, syrups, or prepped ingredients in covered containers in the refrigerator.
Make ahead
Prep sauces, syrups, chopped ingredients, or dry mixes ahead when useful.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 430
- Protein
- 19g
- Carbohydrates
- 43g
- Fat
- 21g
- Fiber
- 2g
- Sugar
- 7g
- Sodium
- 790mg
FAQ
Is this the official Crock Pot Recipes Mac and Cheese with Velveeta?
No. This is a homemade, copycat-style or inspired recipe page designed to match the flavor, format, or search intent in a practical way.
Can I make Crock Pot Recipes Mac and Cheese with Velveeta ahead of time?
Some parts can be made ahead, but the final recipe is usually best assembled close to serving.
How can I customize it?
Adjust sweetness, seasoning, toppings, cheese, citrus, or serving style while keeping the core method the same.
Recipe Card
Crock Pot Recipes Mac and Cheese with Velveeta
A creamy Velveeta crock pot mac and cheese base recipe with easy variations for different occasions.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 120 min
- Total
- 135 min
- Servings
- 10
- Category
- Side Dish Recipes
- Cuisine
- American
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cost
- Budget-friendly
Ingredients
Base recipe
- 1 lb elbow macaroni (cooked just to al dente)
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 4 tbsp butter (cubed)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional variations
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 1 cup steamed broccoli (chopped)
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños (chopped)
- 1/2 cup extra cheddar cheese (for a cheesier version)
Instructions
- Choose your variation: Decide whether you want classic, bacon, broccoli, spicy jalapeño, or extra-cheesy mac and cheese.
- Cook the pasta: Cook macaroni just to al dente and drain well so it holds up in the crock pot.
- Build the base: Add cooked pasta, Velveeta, cheddar, milk, evaporated milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Cook and stir: Cook on low for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes until creamy.
- Add variations: Stir in bacon, broccoli, jalapeños, or extra cheddar near the end so the add-ins stay flavorful.
- Serve warm: Serve from the slow cooker on warm, adding a little milk if the sauce thickens.
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