Pimento Cheese Spread with Smoked Paprika
Indulge in the creamy, smoky goodness of this Pimento Cheese Spread with Smoked Paprika—a Southern classic with a flavorful twist! This quick, no-cook recipe features sharp cheddar cheese, velvety cream cheese, and tangy diced pimentos, all enhanced by the bold depth of smoked paprika and a hint of garlic and onion powder. Perfect as an appetizer or a sandwich spread, this versatile dish combines rich, savory flavors with a subtle kick from optional cayenne pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is best served chilled with crackers, fresh veggies, or toasted bread. Whether you’re hosting a party or craving an easy snack, this pimento cheese spread is guaranteed to delight your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.33 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Diced pimentos (drained)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater or the shredding attachment on a food processor. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and mayonnaise. Using a hand mixer or a wooden spoon, mix until smooth and well combined.
Add the grated cheddar cheese, diced pimentos, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Fold the ingredients together gently using a spatula until evenly mixed. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the texture of the shredded cheese.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more smoked paprika or salt to your preference.
Transfer the pimento cheese spread to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Once chilled, serve the pimento cheese with crackers, bread, or fresh veggies, or use it as a sandwich filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.2 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.7 g | 384% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 435 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 3098 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 64.5 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1767 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 327 mg | 7% | |
*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.
