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Pimento Cheese Spread recipe in a bowl with pretzels, cracker, celery and cucumbers
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Pimento Cheese Spread

My version of Pimento Cheese Spread uses the standard blend of cream cheese, cheddar, mayo, and diced pimentos – with just a touch of heat.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Dip
Keyword: cheese, comfort food
Servings: 8
Calories: 387kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese any combination is fine!
  • 8 oz cream cheese - softened to room temperature
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ground cayenne pepper more or less, depending on taste
  • 1 tsp fresh chopped chives
  • 1 4 oz jar of diced pimentos- drained well

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix with an electric mixer until combined.
  • Place in serving dish and garnish with additional fresh chopped chives.

Nutrition

Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 446mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1276IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 286mg | Iron: 1mg