Description
Jalapeno Pimento Cheese is a zesty and creamy dip that combines sharp cheddar and cream cheese with the spicy kick of fresh jalapenos. This easy-to-make spread is perfect for parties, game days, or casual gatherings. Ideal served with crackers, as a sandwich filling, or enjoyed straight from the bowl, this crowd-pleasing favorite will have everyone asking for the recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 fresh jalapenos (diced)
- 4 oz pimentos (drained and diced)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated sharp cheddar and softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, and sour cream until well combined.
- Fold in diced jalapenos and pimentos evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer to an airtight container and chill for at least one hour.
- Serve with crackers or as a spread on sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg