Our easy homemade Pimento Cheese Dip recipe only takes 5 minutes and be served hot or cold as the perfect appetizer, dip, or sandwich spread! It's creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor from sharp cheddar and sweet pimentos.
There are so many ways to enjoy Pimento Cheese!
There are so many ways to enjoy Pimento Cheese!This pimento cheese recipe is a classic Southern favorite for a reason and I love how quick and easy it is to make; just five minutes and a handful of simple ingredients. It's incredibly versatile, too. You can serve it hot or cold as a dip, but I especially love spreading it on sandwiches, burgers, or grilled cheese. It takes my Pimento Cheese BLT to the next level! The flavor is bold and nostalgic, with the sweet, mild heat of the pimentos balancing perfectly with sharp cheese and creamy mayo.
What are Pimentos? If you aren't familiar with pimentos, they are a variety of chili pepper similar to a bell pepper, but smaller and more heart shape with a sweeter flavor. For this recipe, you can find them canned in a jar at the grocery store.
Check out more of my favorite dip recipes, like Street Corn Dip, Mango Salsa, Pepper Jelly, and Whipped Goat Cheese!
How to make Pimento Cheese:
Mix: Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or mixing bowl with a hand mixer and combine all ingredients until mixed well. Enjoy this old fashioned pimento cheese recipe with crackers, fresh vegetables, or spread it on a sandwich!
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Recipe
Pimento Cheese Dip
Equipment
- Food Processor , optional
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 3 Tablespoons chopped pimentos , from a jar
- 2 Tablespoons onion , grated
- salt and pepper
- Crackers and cold veggies for serving
Instructions
- Mix: Use a hand mixer or food processor to mix all ingredients until well combined, and almost smooth.1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup mayonnaise, 4 ounces cream cheese, 3 Tablespoons chopped pimentos, 2 Tablespoons onion, salt and pepper
- Serve cold with crackers, vegetables, or spread on a sandwich or burger.
- Or Serve Hot: For hot pimento cheese dip, spread pimento cheese into a small baking dish and bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes, or until hot.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
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I originally shared this recipe January 2024. Updated September 2025.
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I’ve been looking for a good pimento cheese recipe and I found it! I brought it to a party and everyone loved it, very easy to make.
Made this pimento cheese spread this evening, and it is delicious!! I will prepare this wonderful spread for all future holidays. Nothing beats homemade!
Penny
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I made this for my husband because he loves pimento cheese. I’ve never been a fan because store bought looks yuck! This is amazing! I’m now a fan of pimento cheese but only from Tastes Better from Scratch!
So yummy. Will never go back to store bought. Thank you