Keto Classic Pimento Cheese Spread
Creamy, tangy, and packed with rich, cheesy goodness, this Keto Classic Pimento Cheese Spread is a low-carb twist on a timeless Southern favorite. Made with sharp cheddar, silky cream cheese, and a hint of apple cider vinegar for a touch of zing, this spread is beautifully balanced with the sweetness of diced pimentos and a blend of savory spices like paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of cayenne for a subtle kick. Perfect as a dip for fresh veggies, a topping for burgers, or a spread for keto-friendly crackers, this quick 15-minute recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for keto dieters and cheese lovers alike. Whether you're planning a picnic, prepping game-day snacks, or simply craving a flavorful, guilt-free indulgence, this pimento cheese spread is sure to become your go-to party appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces pimentos, diced
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese.
Use a fork or an electric mixer on low speed to combine the cheeses until smooth and well blended.
Add the mayonnaise and mix until incorporated and creamy.
Gently fold in the diced pimentos, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Add the apple cider vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Stir all the ingredients together until the seasoning is evenly mixed into the cheese spread.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if desired, adding more cayenne or salt to reach the preferred flavor.
Transfer the pimento cheese spread to a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage.
Refrigerate the pimento cheese spread for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the pimento cheese spread with celery sticks, sliced cucumbers, or low-carb crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 238.2 g | 305% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.7 g | 518% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 609 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 3335 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.3 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1853 mg | 143% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 737 mg | 16% | |
*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.
