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Pimento Cheese Ball

This easy pimento cheese ball recipe is the perfect appetizer for New Year's, game day, or any holiday!
Prep Time15 minutes
Additional Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pimento cheese ball
Servings: 16
Author: Joy Shull

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon jarred diced pimento peppers drained
  • 8 oz extra sharp yellow cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3 tablespoons mayo
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pecan pieces

Instructions

  • Beat the softened cream cheese and sharp cheddar cheese together
  • Add the drained pimento peppers, mayo, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Use a rubber spatula to combine 
  • Cover and place in the fridge for at least one hour to chill
  • Once chilled, oil your hands and form the cheese mixture into a ball shape.
  • Roll the pimento cheese ball in pecans
  • Serve with crackers
  • Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 - 5 days

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 187mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g