This Pimento Cheese recipe is the ultimate creamy, cheesy, tangy, and customizable dip or spread that’s ready in just 10 minutes .A Southern classic, it’s perfect for game-day, holidays, or everyday snacking and far surpasses any store-bought version. Use it as a spread for sandwiches and burgers, a dip for veggies and crackers, or in dishes like stuffed chicken or quesadillas. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly and tastes even better the next day, making it a stress-free crowd-pleaser!
606 kcal
/serving
10 min
Serves
4
Easy
American
Ingredients
- 1 8 oz. block cream cheese, (softened)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tsp EACH garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 cups (480ml) freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese (go extra sharp if you can)
- 1 4 oz. jar diced pimentos, drained
- 1-2 tbsp chopped pickled jalapenos, well drained
- Green onions (optional)
Preparation
Not specified
Cooking
- Add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream/Greek yogurt and spices to a large mixing bowl.
- Use a hand mixer to beat the mixture until it is well combined and fluffy, about 1 minute.
- Add the cheese, pimentos and jalapenos and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with optional green onions.
- Serve with crackers, vegetables, or as a spread.
- See post for TONS of serving ideas!.
Plating & Serving
Not specified
Suggested Sides
Nutrition per Serving
606
Calories
19.6g
Protein
17% DV
9.1g
Carbs
3% DV
55.5g
Fat
71% DV
1.1g
Fiber
3% DV
4.2g
Sugars
704mg
Sodium
47% DV
137mg
Cholesterol
39% DV
| Diet Type | Low Carb |
| Health Labels | Sugar Conscious Low Potassium Kidney Friendly Keto Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Gluten Free Wheat Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Fish Free Shellfish Free Pork Free Red Meat Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free No Sugar Added Sulphite Free Kosher |
* Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Copy to your calorie tracker:
Recipe Details
