Pimento Cheese Dip
Homemade Pimento Cheese Dip with extra-sharp cheddar, cream cheese, pimentos, and a little heat. The ultimate party dip ready in just 10 mins.
Servings: 8 people
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 4-ounce jar diced pimentos drained
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and minced (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Potato chips for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cheddar, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, drained pimentos, minced jalapeño, granulated garlic, red pepper flakes, and onion powder. Mix until thoroughly combined and creamy.
- Season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Bring to cool room temperature before serving. Serve with potato chips, crackers, or crudités for dipping.
Notes
- Shred your own cheese — Pre-shredded cheese won’t melt or blend as smoothly
- Soften the cream cheese — Ensures a smooth, spreadable texture
- Mix thoroughly — You want everything evenly distributed, not clumpy
- Taste and adjust — Salt, pepper, and spice levels vary based on your cheese and jalapeño
- Make ahead — Flavor improves after a few hours in the fridge
- Serve at cool room temp — Slightly softened dip is more spreadable and flavorful
Nutrition
Calories: 509kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 566mg | Potassium: 607mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1102IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 239mg | Iron: 1mg