Classic Pimento Cheese Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this Classic Pimento Cheese Spread, a creamy, tangy, and bold Southern favorite that’s perfect for any gathering. Made with sharp cheddar cheese, rich cream cheese, and a splash of mayonnaise, this spread gets its signature burst of flavor from diced pimentos and a delicate balance of garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is the ultimate make-ahead dip for crackers, fresh bread, or crisp vegetable sticks. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, its velvety texture and zesty kick make it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Perfect for parties, picnics, or game-day snacking, this pimento cheese recipe is the epitome of comfort food and Southern charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces diced pimentos
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Grate the cheddar cheese into a large mixing bowl.
In the bowl, add the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
Drain the pimentos and add them to the cheese mixture.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Stir all the ingredients together until thoroughly combined and creamy.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the pimento cheese to a serving dish or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 237.2 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.1 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 589 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 3322 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.0 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1857 mg | 143% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 540 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
