Pimento Cheese Crisps
These buttery, cheesy, slightly spicy pimento cheese crisps are a Southern twist on the classic cracker. Crunchy, snackable, and downright addictive!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 4-ounce jar diced pimentos rinsed and drained
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese grated
- 1/2 cup cold butter grated
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
- dash of cayenne pepper
- generous pinch of salt
- black pepper a few grinds
- 1/2 cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the pimentos. Grate the cheddar and butter and set aside.
- In a bowl or food processor, combine cheese, butter, and flour. Pulse until crumbly. Add Worcestershire sauce, spices, and mix until dough forms.
- Fold in pimentos and chopped pecans. Shape dough into two logs about 2 inches in diameter, wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice dough into 1/4-inch rounds and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Freeze the dough logs for up to a month and slice as needed. These crisps are perfect for snacks, gifts, and charcuterie boards!