Vegan Pimento Cheese Recipe
A creamy, chunky Southern classic made entirely plant-based. Vegan cream cheese, freshly grated vegan cheddar, tangy pimento peppers, and a touch of jalapeño come together in minutes for a rich, perfectly seasoned spread that's wonderful as a dip, sandwich filling, or burger topping.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 267kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces vegan cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups vegan cheddar cheese grated
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and finely minced
- 4 ounces diced pimento peppers drained
Instructions
- Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or a hand mixer, cream together the vegan cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the grated vegan cheddar, minced jalapeño, and drained pimento peppers. Mix on low speed just until incorporated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight before serving. The flavors develop beautifully with a little time.
Notes
For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Overnight is even better.
Nutrition
Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 472mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 421IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg
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