Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese
- Katie Gallagher
- Dec 30, 2025
- 2 min read
This Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese is creamy, cheesy, and pure comfort food! Made with gluten-free pasta and a rich homemade cheese sauce, it’s a family favorite that’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy weeknights. You won’t miss the gluten one bit!
Rich, creamy, cheesy, and completely gluten-free—this is comfort food at its finest.
There’s nothing quite like homemade macaroni and cheese. It’s warm, comforting, and always a hit with kids and grown-ups alike. This version is a family favorite and best of all, it’s 100% gluten-free and packed with flavor.
I use Jovial gluten-free elbow macaroni for the perfect pasta texture, and the sauce is a creamy, dreamy blend of sharp white cheddar and Parmesan, with just a touch of cornstarch to help it thicken without flour. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, a weeknight dinner, or just a day when you need something cozy, this recipe always hits the spot.
Why You’ll Love It
Celiac-safe and family-approved: No one will know it’s gluten-free!
Real cheese, real comfort: No shortcuts, just rich flavor.
Easy to make ahead: You can prep it earlier in the day and bake it just before serving.
Customizable: Add crispy bacon, swap cheeses, or stir in broccoli for a twist.
Ingredient Notes
Jovial GF Pasta: Jovial’s brown rice pasta holds up beautifully and doesn’t get mushy.
White Sharp Cheddar + Parmesan: The combo of melty and salty gives the sauce real depth.
Milk + Butter + Cornstarch: A simple, gluten-free béchamel base that lets the cheese shine.
Optional Toppings: Add toasted GF breadcrumbs or extra cheese on top and broil for a golden crust.
Tips for Perfect Mac & Cheese
Shred your own cheese for best meltability—pre-shredded often contains anti-caking agents and I like to use a quallity sharp white cheddar.
Serve right away for the creamiest results, or reheat gently with a splash of milk.
When to Serve It
This Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese is a holiday classic, but it’s just as good with grilled chicken or roasted veggies for a weeknight dinner. Leftovers are a hot commodity—if you’re lucky enough to have any.
Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese
Recipe Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese
1
GF Breadcrumb Crust
If you like a crust on your mac & cheese, optionally add GF panko breadcrumbs prior to baking.
Notes
1
Cook GF macaroni to al dente according to instruction. Strain well.
2
In a large sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch to make a roux.
3
Add milk to roux slowly, stirring constantly and heat until it begins to thicken.
4
Slowly stir in cheeses cooking on low to medium heat until cheese is melted and sauce thickens.
5
Add drained macaroni to a large casserole dish and pour thickened sauce over the pasta. Stir well.
Optionally add GF panko crumbs.
6
Bake @ 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
Instructions
12 oz. Jovial GF elbow macaroni
4 cups quality white sharp cheddar shredded
1 cup parmesan
6 cups milk
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese
Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese
Katie Gallagher
This Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese is creamy, cheesy, and pure comfort food! Made with gluten-free pasta and a rich homemade cheese sauce, it’s a family favorite that’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy weeknights. You won’t miss the gluten one bit!
8 Servings
630 Calories / Serve
Prep Time
15 min
Cooking Time
45 min
Rest Time
0 min
Total Time
1 hour
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