Pimento Cheese Spread
This easy Pimento Cheese Spread recipe creates a creamy and flavorful dip, perfect for a healthy snack or sandwich filling. It's quick to prepare and a delightful crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Bowl
- Airtight Container
Ingredients
Pimento Cheese Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 8 ounces block sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
- 1/3 cup diced pimento peppers well-drained
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Start by allowing your cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 30-45 minutes, making it easier to mix.
- Once softened, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese until it becomes light and fluffy.
- Next, gently fold in the freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese, the drained diced pimento peppers, mayonnaise, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Continue to beat the mixture until all ingredients are thoroughly combined, creating a smooth and creamy spread.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate your pimento cheese for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to deepen and the spread to firm up slightly.
- Serve this delightful spread with crisp celery sticks, cucumber slices, whole-grain crackers, or as a flavorful sandwich filling on whole wheat bread.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Pimento Cheese Spread is a versatile and delicious dip perfect for any occasion. Serve this delightful and healthy spread with crisp celery sticks, cucumber slices, whole-grain crackers, or as a flavorful sandwich filling on whole wheat bread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information per serving: Calories: 254, Total Carbs: 3g, Net Carbs: 2.8g, Fats: 23g, Protein: 9g.
