Cheesy Ramen Noodles Hack: Seriously?

We had heard about this viral ramen recipe hack from a friend who was very honest about judging it negatively. Then she said after tasting it that she changed her mind and humbled her. So we jumped on this cheesy ramen noodle trend to test it ourselves.

What Are Cheesy Ramen Noodles?

It’s exactly as you would assume it would be. You take a bag of your favorite ramen noodles and cook it like you normally always do. But this time, you add some sliced cheese, grated cheese or any form of cheese that your heart desires. Let the cheese melt and you have what everyone is gushing over: cheesy ramen noodles.

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Are Cheesy Ramen Noodles worth all the hype?

Let’s make this simple and quick: Yes, it’s worth the hype. And it’s a definitely “Yes” if you’re already eating quick and easy ramen noodles already. Don’t judge. The cheese adds a extra layer of flavor and creaminess to the consistency of the broth and/or noodles. Think of it as a noodle version of mac and cheese. But this time, it takes about 5-8 minutes to cook and only about 1 minute to devour.

We loved making it outdoors when we’re camping or on the road. It’s such a great quick meal to make and add a handful of vegetables for some extra nutrition.
Kids will love these if they’re already devouring packaged ramen noodles. Adding a slice of cheese or a handful of grated cheese just makes it more special.
The world of ramen noodles has changed so much and it’s worth exploring different brands beyond what you find in the supermarket. We discuss this more below.
It’s not the first time we’ve made ramen noodle hacks. Here’s our pork kimchi noodle stir fry ramen hack and Todd’s Bacon and Shrimp Ramen Hack.

Best Ramen Noodle Packages

The world of ramen noodle packages have come such a long way beyond the typical ones you find at large grocery stores. In fact, we have a stash of very yummy and unique noodle packets that serve as last minute meals, for camping or when we’re craving something warm and comforting. Here’s some great ramen noodle brands to try if you’re tired of the same boring supermarket cup noodle brands.