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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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
Directions
Step 1
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater or the shredding attachment on a food processor. Set aside.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
Add the grated cheddar cheese, diced pimentos, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Step 4
Fold the ingredients together gently using a spatula until evenly mixed. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the texture of the shredded cheese.
Step 5
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more smoked paprika or salt to your preference.
Step 6
Transfer the pimento cheese spread to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Once chilled, serve the pimento cheese with crackers, bread, or fresh veggies, or use it as a sandwich filling.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (545.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1918.1 |
| Total Fat 169.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 435.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3097.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.8g | |
| Protein 64.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1766.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 327.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories