Name: Homemade Cheddar Cheese Spread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American

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Homemade Cheddar Cheese Spread

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Instructions

Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, ground mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, white pepper, and a pinch of Kosher salt to the bowl of a food processor.

Whip the ingredients in the food processor until the spread is fluffy and smooth, 3-4 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl every minute or so to make sure everything is well-mixed. Taste and add more spices if needed.

Spread the dip into a shallow bowl and garnish with fresh chives. Serve the spread with pretzel chips, crackers, veggies, or other dippers. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Room Temperature Ingredients 🌡️
Bring cream cheese and cheddar to room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free spread with perfect consistency and better flavor integration.
Grate Fresh Cheddar 🧀
Use freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese instead of pre-shredded for superior melting and a more intense, authentic cheese flavor in your spread.
Balance Your Spices 🌶️
Add cayenne and smoked paprika gradually while tasting, as these spices intensify over time and can easily overpower the delicate cheese flavors.
Emulsify with Mayo 🥄
Use full-fat mayonnaise as your binder since its emulsifiers help create a silky texture and prevent the spread from becoming grainy or separated.
Chill Before Serving ❄️
Refrigerate the finished spread for at least 30 minutes before serving to achieve the perfect scoopable consistency and allow flavors to meld together beautifully.