Description
This Jalapeño Pimento Cheese is a creamy, flavorful spread with a kick of fresh jalapeños and sharp cheddar. Perfect for snacking, sandwiches, or party platters, it comes together in just 10 minutes and keeps well in the fridge.
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 8 oz, freshly grated)
- 4 oz jar diced pimentos, drained well
- 3 tablespoons fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely minced
Instructions
- Add softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and combined.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir just until incorporated.
- Gently fold in the drained pimentos and minced jalapeños.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container for storage.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- Let the spread sit at room temperature before serving for easier spreading.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer jalapeños.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
