Gluten Free Pimento Cheese Spread
Pimento cheese is one of those deeply satisfying Southern staples that belongs at every gathering, and this version delivers all the creamy, tangy, smoky goodness you'd expect. Sharp cheddar — freshly grated for the smoothest blend — teams up with softened cream cheese and mayonnaise to create a spread that's rich without being heavy. Diced pimentos, smoked paprika, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a whisper of cayenne give it that signature kick and subtle complexity that keeps people coming back for more. The good news for anyone navigating wheat-free eating is that every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten — no swaps, no substitutions, no compromises on flavor. Store-bought versions can be a real gamble when it comes to hidden additives or shared production lines, so making it yourself puts you fully in control. After a quick chill in the fridge, the flavors meld into something that tastes like it's been a family recipe for decades. Pile it onto gluten free crackers or bread and serve it to a crowd of eight — it disappears fast.
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8 servings
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 jar (4 oz) diced pimentos, drained
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- gluten free crackers or gluten free bread, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Grate the cheddar cheese on the large holes of a box grater directly into a large mixing bowl. Freshly grated cheese blends more smoothly than pre-shredded.
- 2
Add the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, drained pimentos, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne (if using) to the bowl.
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