Viral TikTok Mac and Cheese Recipe

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With TikTok rising in popularity, it seems there are new viral recipes every week. But one viral recipe, in particular, has taken the world by storm… TikTok Mac and Cheese!

This easy TikTok Mac and Cheese recipe is inspired by that viral video and is perfect for a quick and tasty meal. It only takes 20 minutes of active prep time, and it’s a sure hit at the dinner table for both kids and adults alike. It’s one of our favorite mac recipes to date!

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What Was the Viral TikTok Mac and Cheese Video?

TikTok user @spicednice shared her TikTok mac and cheese video last year just before Thanksgiving. It quickly went became a viral TikTok recipe, for good reasons!

@spicednice This Mac n Cheese…. Holy moly #learnontiktok #tiktokpartner ♬ Aesthetic – Jimmy Flatting

And as if this recipe couldn’t get any better, we were able to make this TikTok Mac and Cheese recipe even more decadent!

Once you give this delicious cheese dish a try, you’ll never go back to the boxed cheese powder version.

Freshly shredded cheese will elevate this baked mac and cheese to a whole new level. You will love it!

What You Need to Make This TikTok Mac and Cheese Recipe

• 1 pound dried elbow macaroni noodles, cooked al dente (pasta water drained)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2½ Tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3½ cups half and half
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded Colby Jack Cheese
• 1 1/2 cup shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup shredded White Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• 1 1/2 Tablespoon cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• salt & black pepper, to taste

Toppings

• 1 cup shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

How to Make TikTok Mac and Cheese

1. Preheat oven to 425 F. Grease a 9” x 13” baking dish (or similar-sized oval casserole dish) with melted butter or cooking spray.
2. Add the cooked macaroni into the dish, then mix in 2-3 Tablespoons of butter until melted.
3. In a large nonstick pan, melt the remaining butter on medium heat, then whisk in garlic and flour. Pour in the half and half and heavy cream, stirring until the mixture thickens.
4. Turn off the heat, then add in all the cheeses, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until all cheese has melted. 
5. Pour the cheese sauce to the prepared baking dish on top of the elbow pasta. Use a spatula to evenly coat the noodles until everything is mixed well.
6. Top the dish with the remaining cheeses (listed under “toppings”), then bake for 15 minutes. Once done, broil for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown (but not burnt).
7. That’s it! Your TikTok Mac and Cheese is ready to serve. ENJOY!

How to Serve TikTok Mac and Cheese

This viral mac and cheesy goodness make for a great replacement for your basic mac recipe for any meal.

Here are a few ways I like to serve this dish:

• Add red pepper flakes on top
• Add chopped parsley on top
• Incorporate this baked cheesy pasta as a Thanksgiving dinner side
• Eat it on its own as a classic comfort food
• Pair with garlic bread and a homemade salad

But not only is it a great recipe for easy dinners, leftovers also keep well. The best part? You can make this ahead of time and freeze for a future date!

The end result will still taste a million times better than the boxed kraft macaroni.

What is the Cheesiest Cheese for Mac and Cheese?

This TikTok Mac and Cheese recipe uses a combination of Colby Jack Cheese, a combination of Cheddar Cheeses, and Mozzarella Cheese. The key is to not skip the sharp cheddar cheese!

For all my cheese lovers, you can even mix in Parmesan Cheese or add even extra cheese if you’d like.

The important thing is real cheese ingredients for the best cheese flavor!

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