By Becky Hardin
Published Mar 24, 2023
Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs are the ultimate appetizer! Creamy and flavorful pimento cheese adorns hard-boiled eggs for that perfect combination of textures. The best part is that this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes!
What’s in Deviled Eggs with Pimento Cheese?
If you love classic deviled eggs , you’re going to love this recipe with the addition of creamy pimento cheese ! You might already have just about everything you need in your kitchen right now! This is a budget-friendly recipe you’ll love whipping up with ease.
- Hard Boiled Eggs: Hardball your eggs, peel, and cut in half. They can be cooked and stored ahead of time so they’re ready to use!
- Mayonnaise : Mayo creates a creamy base when mixed with the yolks.
- Cheddar Cheese: Sharp cheddar gives the most authentic pimento cheese flavor, but you can also use white cheddar, pepper Jack, or Colby cheese.
- Pimentos : Pimentos are a type of red pepper with a sweet flavor and very little heat, similar to bell peppers.
- Yellow Mustard: This adds a tanginess to the yolk mixture.
- Worcestershire Sauce: This adds a tangy, savory, umami flavor.
- Spices: A mix of black pepper and garlic powder gives the filling the perfect savory and spicy taste.
- Green Onion: This is a great garnish when chopped nice and thin.
Pro Tip: Top off your deviled eggs with smoked paprika to give them a pop of vibrant color and just a touch of smoky flavor.
How can I garnish these for serving?
These pimento deviled eggs are eye-catching on their own, but you can take them up a notch by adding bright and tasty garnishes. Add diced pimento peppers, bacon crumbles , diced chives or green onion, and a sprinkle of paprika or sea salt.
Pimento cheese is a spread made of cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and pimentos. It’s commonly served on crackers and vegetables or in sandwiches.
Pimento peppers are readily available in most grocery stores. Look for them near the roasted red peppers.
I like to use a piping bag (or a Ziplock bag with the corner cut off). This prevents mess, and you can choose a fun piping tip to make your deviled eggs look extra fancy. You can also spoon the filling into the eggs, but this may take a bit more finesse.
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover pimento cheese deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving. I do not recommend freezing these.
Serving Suggestions
These make a great Easter appetizer , and you’ll want to serve your pimento cheese deviled eggs with other finger foods and dips to keep your guests grazing and happy! Some of my favorites include ham roll ups , ranch dill pickle dip , and Air Fryer sausage balls .
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 12 large eggs hard boiled, peeled, and cut in half
- ▢ 1 cup mayonnaise store-bought or homemade
- ▢ 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- ▢ 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ▢ ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ▢ ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ▢ 4 ounces chopped pimentos drained (1 jar)
- ▢ Smoked paprika optional, for topping
- ▢ Green onions thinly sliced; optional, for topping
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Instructions
- Place the egg yolks in a bowl and mash with a fork. 12 large eggs
- Stir in the mayonnaise, cheese, mustard, worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, pepper and pimentos (save a few for the tops). 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 4 ounces chopped pimentos
- Spoon or pipe the filling into the eggs and sprinkle with paprika, if desired. Smoked paprika
- Add a few slices of green onion and pimentos to the tops of the eggs before serving. Green onions
Equipment
- Piping Tip Set (optional)
Becky’s Tips
- If you like your filling a little thicker, you can use less mayonnaise.
- I recommend grating your own cheese rather than buying bagged cheese. You can grate the cheese much finer, and it will produce a creamier filling.
- If you’re pressed for time, you can use store-bought pimento cheese. Use about 1 cup and stir it into the bowl with the egg yolks and 3 or 4 tablespoons of mayonnaise.
- Save a few pimentos to top the eggs before serving.
- Consider adding chopped jalapeños to the filling if you’re a fan of spicy food.
- Enjoy leftover pimento cheese spread on crackers or in sandwiches.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Deviled Egg Recipes We Love
- Easy Deviled Eggs
- Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs
- Loaded Deviled Eggs with Bacon
Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs Recipe
Equipment
- Piping Tip Set (optional)
Ingredients
- 12 large eggs hard boiled, peeled, and cut in half
- 1 cup mayonnaise store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 ounces chopped pimentos drained (1 jar)
- Smoked paprika optional, for topping
- Green onions thinly sliced; optional, for topping
Instructions
- Place the egg yolks in a bowl and mash with a fork. 12 large eggs
- Stir in the mayonnaise, cheese, mustard, worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, pepper and pimentos (save a few for the tops). 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 4 ounces chopped pimentos
- Spoon or pipe the filling into the eggs and sprinkle with paprika, if desired. Smoked paprika
- Add a few slices of green onion and pimentos to the tops of the eggs before serving. Green onions
Video
Notes
- If you like your filling a little thicker, you can use less mayonnaise.
- I recommend grating your own cheese rather than buying bagged cheese. You can grate the cheese much finer, and it will produce a creamier filling.
- If you’re pressed for time, you can use store-bought pimento cheese. Use about 1 cup and stir it into the bowl with the egg yolks and 3 or 4 tablespoons of mayonnaise.
- Save a few pimentos to top the eggs before serving.
- Consider adding chopped jalapeños to the filling if you’re a fan of spicy food.
- Enjoy leftover pimento cheese spread on crackers or in sandwiches.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
