Snappy Pimento Cheese

Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with Snappy Pimento Cheese, a bold and creamy Southern classic with a fiery twist! This irresistible spread combines the sharp tang of shredded cheddar, the velvety smoothness of cream cheese, and the sweet bite of diced pimentos, rounded out with a kick of hot sauce and optional fresh jalapeño for added heat. Seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, this 15-minute, no-cook masterpiece is ideal for parties, game days, or anytime snacking. Serve it chilled with crisp crackers, crunchy veggie sticks, or slathered on burgers and sandwiches for a punch of flavor in every bite. Quick, versatile, and bursting with personality, this Snappy Pimento Cheese is guaranteed to become your go-to crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups (shredded) sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup pimentos (diced, drained)
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon jalapeño pepper (fresh, minced, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the diced pimentos, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and optional minced jalapeño. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 4

Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce to suit your preference.

Step 5

Transfer the Snappy Pimento Cheese to a serving dish or airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Serve cold with crackers, fresh vegetable sticks, or use it as a spread for sandwiches and burgers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(563.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1922.4

Total Fat 170.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 446.1mg	0%
Sodium 3225.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 9.1g
Protein 64.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1756.7mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 377.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.2%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 8.7%