The Ultimate Homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated (see notes)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup diced pimentos (see notes)
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
2. Mix everything together with a spatula or hand mixer until well combined. Make sure the mixture is smooth and all of the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Taste the mixture and season it with salt and pepper, according to your preference. The sharpness of the cheddar cheese can vary, so adjust the seasoning accordingly.
4. Once the mixture is seasoned to your liking, transfer it to a serving bowl or container with a lid.
5. Cover the pimento cheese and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour before serving. Chilling helps the flavors meld together and enhances the texture!
6. Serve this pimento cheese recipe with your fave crackers, a sliced baguette, celery sticks, or as a tasty spread for sandwiches, wraps, or burgers!

Notes: Homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe

• For the sharp cheddar cheese, we recommend using a fresh block of cheese and grating it yourself for the freshest flavor. If you’re short on time, store-bought shredded cheese is okay, too.
• For the pimentos, we recommend using fresh pimento peppers and dicing them yourself. Canned pimentos will work just as well, but the fresh peppers bring the freshest flavors!
• You can store this pimento cheese recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week – though it probably won’t last that long!