Pimento Cheese Dip
Pimento Cheese Dip is a creamy, flavorful blend of sharp cheddar cheese and tangy pimentos, making it the perfect addition to any gathering. This quick and easy dip can be served with crackers, fresh vegetables, or used as a delicious sandwich spread. Whether you’re hosting a game day or a casual picnic, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup diced pimentos (1 small jar)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Fold in grated cheddar until evenly mixed.
- Stir in diced pimentos, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled with crackers or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg