Pimento Cheese Spread
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful, this homemade Pimento Cheese Spread is the ultimate Southern classic that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a rich blend of sharp cheddar cheese, velvety cream cheese, and tangy diced pimentos, this spread is elevated with a touch of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne for a flavorful kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook appetizer is a must-try for parties, picnics, or snacking at home. Serve it chilled with crackers, fresh veggies, or use it as a sandwich filling for a delightful and versatile treat. This easy pimento cheese recipe is destined to become your go-to favorite for crowd-pleasing comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces (softened) Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces (diced, drained) Pimentos
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon (optional) Cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise.
Use a hand mixer or a wooden spoon to combine the mixture until it is smooth and well-blended.
Fold in the diced pimentos with a spatula, being careful not to mash them too much.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as needed. You can add a pinch more salt or cayenne for extra flavor.
Transfer the pimento cheese spread to a serving bowl or airtight container.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the pimento cheese spread cold with crackers, sliced vegetables, or as a sandwich filling. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 434 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 68 mg | 1% | |
*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.
