Homemade Pimiento Cheese
Creamy, tangy, and bursting with bold Southern flavor, this homemade pimiento cheese recipe is the ultimate comfort food spread. Made with sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, mayo, and a pop of finely chopped jarred pimientos, this recipe balances rich creaminess with a hint of smoky paprika and a mild kick of cayenne pepper (optional for heat lovers!). Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a dip for crackers and veggies, a decadent sandwich filling, or even a savory burger topping. Perfect for entertaining or snacking, this classic pimiento cheese is easy to make and even easier to love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Jarred pimientos, drained and finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.125 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the bowl and mix until the cheese is evenly incorporated.
Fold in the chopped pimientos using a spatula, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Season the mixture with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
Taste the pimiento cheese and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or paprika to suit your preference.
Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a dip with crackers, vegetables, or as a filling for sandwiches and burgers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.2 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.4 g | 402% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3116 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 65.3 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1749 mg | 135% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 493 mg | 10% | |
*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.
