Description
Indulge in the creamy and flavorful delight of this Baked Pimiento Cheese Dip. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, this Southern-inspired dip is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Dip:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 (4 oz) jar diced pimientos, drained
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
For Serving:
- butter crackers or sliced baguette
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Add in pimientos, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Bake: Transfer mixture to a baking dish, bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Top with green onions if desired. Serve warm with crackers, bread, or veggies.
Notes
- Add hot sauce or jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Make ahead and bake before serving.
- Leftovers are great for grilled cheese fillings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
