Pimento Cheese

Our Homemade Pimento Cheese recipe is ridiculously easy, super creamy, and made with 3 types of cheese to keep things interesting. Better than anything you’re getting in a tub at the store!

Karly’s Notes

I have a little problem when I spot pimento cheese on a restaurant menu. I have to order it. Every time. It’s a must.

That isn’t even the real problem – the real problem is that I usually think my homemade pimento cheese, this one right here, is so much better than the restaurant versions.

Made with 3 cheeses and a little mayo to keep it super creamy, loaded with sweet pimentos, a pinch of garlic because of course…this pimento cheese is honestly perfect.

Makes a great sandwich (2 pieces of white + a thick spread of pimento cheese), an absolutely insane grilled cheese, and our pimento cheese burgers are honestly life changing.

No need to get all fancy though. This homemade pimento cheese is really good just spread on a cracker and eaten in front of the TV.

And yes, I can promise you that this is SO MUCH better than the weird processed pimento cheese that you buy in little tubs at the grocery store with the weird after taste. This stuff tastes fresh and creamy and is seriously hard to resist!

3 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

Triple cheese blend creates the perfect texture – cream cheese makes it smooth and spreadable, sharp cheddar brings bold flavor, and Monterey Jack adds that perfect melt

Simple ingredients, amazing results – no fancy additions needed when you get the base recipe just right

Ready in minutes – mix everything together and you’re done, though it tastes even better after chilling for an hour

Ingredient Notes:

Cheese – Our pimento cheese recipe calls for three types of cheese: cream cheese, cheddar, and Monterey jack.

Pimento – Jarred, diced pimento is what you are looking for here. You’ll usually find it near the olives and pickles in the grocery store or with the canned veggies. It’s often sold in small glass jars.

Mayonnaise – This is going to add even more creaminess and a little tangy flavor to the pimento cheese.

Seasoning – We’re keeping it simple with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

How To Make Pimento Cheese:

Combine: Add all of the ingredients to a mixing bowl. Make sure that your cream cheese is at room temperature so that it mixes nicely.

Mix: Use a hand mixer to beat the cheese together to form a somewhat smooth and creamy mixture.

Serve: That’s it! This pimento cheese recipe is so simple and ready in no time. See below for some suggestions on what to serve it with!

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Variations:

Bake your pimento cheese and serve it as a hot, melty dip with slices of toasted bread or crackers!

Mince jalapenos and add them to your pimento cheese for a spicy kick.

Swap the Monterey jack for a smoked gouda and stir in some smoked paprika to add a little smokiness.

Leave it more chunky by stirring it together with a wooden spoon. Make it more smooth by using a hand mixer.

Storage:

• Keep covered in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
• Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for best spreadability
• Don’t freeze it – the mayo will get weird and separate