Creamy Mac and Cheese Bread

Creamy Mac and Cheese Bread Bowl

Cheese-filled sourdough bowls with creamy macaroni and bubbling golden topping make a comforting, shareable treat.

Preparation Time

25 min

Cooking Time

15 min

Overall Time

40 min

Created By: Lili Clark

Category: Dinner

Skill Level: Moderate

Cuisine Type: American

Output: 4 Serves

Dietary Options: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Bread Bowl

4 round sourdough bread bowls

2 tablespoons melted butter

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon dried parsley

→ Mac and Cheese

12 oz (340 g) elbow macaroni

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

½ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Chopped parsley

Freshly cracked black pepper

Steps

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cook the macaroni until al dente according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream until smooth. Simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack cheeses until fully melted. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.

Cut the tops off the sourdough bread bowls and hollow out the centers, leaving about ½ inch of bread around the edges.

Brush the inside of each bread bowl with melted butter mixed with garlic powder and parsley.

Fill each bread bowl with the creamy mac and cheese. Top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella.

Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.

Garnish with chopped parsley and freshly cracked black pepper before serving.

Tips

Sourdough bread works best because it holds the cheese sauce without becoming soggy.
Grate cheese from a block for the smoothest and creamiest sauce.
Do not overcook the pasta; it will continue cooking in the oven.
Add crispy bacon, grilled chicken, or pulled beef for a heartier meal.
Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for a golden, bubbly cheese topping.
Best served immediately while the bread is crisp and the cheese is hot and stretchy.

Required Tools

Saucepan
Whisk
Baking tray
Pastry brush

Allergy Information

Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.

Milk
Gluten

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.

Lili Clark

Hi! I’m LiLi, a former kitchen disaster who learned to cook by documenting my grandmother’s recipes. I believe cooking should be accessible, sometimes messy, and always delicious. Join me as I share everything from family classics to weeknight emergencies!

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