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Spicy Cheddar Cheese Spread

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Photo by Chelsie Craig

This cheesy dip is made for our Pretzel Bites, but you can also serve this with store-bought pretzels, your favorite kind of crackers, or a platter of crudités.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2½ cups

Ingredients

8

ounces cheddar, grated (about 2 cups)

2

ounces cream cheese, softened

½

cup mayonnaise

¼

cup sour cream

1

small garlic clove, finely grated

¼

teaspoon smoked paprika

¼

teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more

Crackers (for serving)

Need to make a substitution?

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Blend cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, paprika, and ¼ tsp. cayenne in a food processor until smooth, 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; season with more cayenne.

    Step 2

    Do Ahead: Cheese spread can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.