This lobster mac and cheese is total comfort food! It is creamy, cozy and cheesy. This dish is great for family dinners, Valentine’s Day, Christmas dinner, the holidays and more. Delicious any time of the year for any occasion!

Lobster mac and cheese.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • This lobster mac and cheese is so creamy.
  • It has the best flavor.
  • The two types of cheese make this dish unforgettable.
  • Great for any time of the year.
  • It tastes like gourmet restaurant quality.
  • Just like Olive Garden or Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, but homemade!
  • Serve for Christmas, family dinner, holidays, birthdays and more.
  • This recipe can be easily made gluten free. Use gluten free flour, gluten free pasta and gluten free breadcrumbs. Check out this Gluten Free Mac and Cheese.
  • If needed, this recipe can be doubled.
  • Check out this Lobster Tail Recipe for another delicious seafood dinner.

Ingredients & Substitutions

These are the main ingredients and substitutions for lobster mac and cheese. Scroll down to the recipe card for full ingredients list and instructions.

Cavatappi pasta is great for this recipe. It can be tough to find, especially gluten free. For that reason, feel free to use your favorite type of pasta. Elbow macaroni also works well.

Butter and flour create the thick slurry. This eventually thickens the mac and cheese sauce. If needed, use gluten free flour.

Whole milk adds creaminess to the sauce. I recommend whole milk or even half and half for the creamiest results.

Both gruyere cheese and sharp cheddar add the cheesy flavor and texture. Both are flavorful and perfect for this lobster mac and cheese recipe.

A little sea salt and pepper add flavor.

Just a pinch of nutmeg adds a hint of flavor.

Use cooked lobster meat. Feel free to buy it pre-cooked or cook it yourself.

Lastly, breadcrumbs add a crispy topping. Use regular or gluten free breadcrumbs.

Ingredients for lobster mac and cheese.

Taste & Texture

This lobster mac and cheese is hearty, savory and cheesy. The main flavors are pasta, cheese and lobster.

The sauce is so creamy! This lobster meat is tender and juicy.

How to Make

Step 1

First, preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Cooked noodles.

Step 3

Add 3 tablespoons butter to a skillet over low medium heat. Whisk until butter has melted.

Melted butter in pan.

Step 4

Once melted, whisk in flour. Continue whisking to create a slurry.

Flour butter slurry.

Step 5

Then, pour in milk. Stir to combine. Remove from heat.

Milk in skillet.

Step 6

Add in gruyere cheese, cheddar cheese, sea salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir until sauce has thickened to the texture of cream.

Creamy cheesy mixture.

Step 7

Add the cooked lobster meat and cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir together.

Lobster pasta dish.

Step 8

Pour this mixture down into a large baking dish.

Step 9

In a small bowl, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in breadcrumbs.

Breadcrumbs in bowl.

Step 10

Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.

Lobster pasta in bowl.

Step 11

Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until edges are bubbly and topping is golden brown.

Seafood mac and cheese.

Step 12

Finally, remove from oven. Serve hot.

Expert Tips & Tricks

Cavatappi pasta is great for this recipe. If you can find it, I recommend this type of pasta. If not, feel free to use another type.

To make this recipe gluten free, use gluten free pasta, gluten free flour and gluten free breadcrumbs.

Whisk butter and flour to prevent burning. This creates the base of the sauce.

If possible, do not substitute for the gruyere and sharp cheddar. These two cheeses provide a great depth of flavor.

Bake until dish is bubbly and breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Serve lobster mac and cheese immediately hot and fresh.

For another pasta favorite, make this Cheesy Lasagna!

Lobster with mac and cheese.

How to Serve & Store

Serve the lobster mac and cheese hot from the oven.

Serve with roasted veggies, a side salad or coleslaw.

For comfort food, serve with this Gluten Free Cornbread.

For holidays and special occasions, serve alongside some Baked Cod Recipe.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What goes good with lobster mac and cheese?

Pair this dish with coleslaw, salad or roasted veggies. Keep the side dish more light since the mac and cheese is indulgent.

What is the best cheese combination for mac and cheese?

The combination of gruyere cheese and sharp cheddar is the best for mac and cheese. Try this Southern Mac and Cheese with mozzarella and sharp cheddar!

Is it gluten free?

Use gluten free pasta, gluten free flour and gluten free breadcrumbs.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes! Easily double and bake in 2 dishes.

Cheesy lobster bake.

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Lobster mac and cheese.

Get the Recipe: Lobster Mac and Cheese

This lobster mac and cheese recipe is creamy, cozy and savory! This family favorite dinner is great for so many occasions. Make it for birthdays, Christmas, Valentine's Day or more. It is over the top delicious!
5 from 7 votes

Ingredients

  • ½ pound cavatappi pasta
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided
  • ¼ cup flour, all purpose or gluten free
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded gruyere cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • pinch sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • pinch nutmeg
  • ½ pound cooked lobster meat
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs, regular or gluten free

Instructions 

  • First, preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Then drain and set aside.
  • Add 3 tablespoons butter to a skillet over low medium heat. Whisk until melted.
  • Once butter has melted, whisk in flour. Continue whisking to create a slurry.
  • Then, pour in milk. Stir to combine. Remove from heat.
  • Add in gruyere cheese, cheddar cheese, sea salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir until sauce has thickened to the texture of cream.
  • Add the cooked lobster meat and cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir together.
  • Pour this mixture down into a large baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in breadcrumbs.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until edges are bubbly and topping is golden brown.
  • Finally, remove from oven. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Cavatappi pasta is my favorite for this recipe, but can be difficult to find.  Use any desired pasta type.
  • Use gluten free pasta, gluten free flour and gluten free breadcrumbs if needed.
  • Be sure to continuously whisk butter and flour to prevent burning.
  • I highly recommend using the gruyere cheese as written.  It adds such a great depth of flavor to this dish.
  • Bake until the dish is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  • Serve hot and fresh.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Calories: 586kcal, Carbohydrates: 41g, Protein: 33g, Fat: 32g, Saturated Fat: 18g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 9g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 145mg, Sodium: 734mg, Potassium: 354mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 973IU, Calcium: 732mg, Iron: 1mg

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