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Pimento Cheese Bread – Sweet & Spicy Appetizer Bread

August 23, 2018 by Jennifer 30 Comments

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Last updated on February 6th, 2020 at 01:47 pm

This sweet and spicy pimento cheese bread has it all! Pimento cheese, sweet and spicy pepper jelly, and topped with crunchy kettle chips for texture!

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I was introduced to this pimento cheese bread when my husband Brooks and I were in Jacksonville recently.  We went to The Players Championship at Sawgrass and watched some golf for a few days, did some shopping, and had a night out without the kids.  Gotta have a date night!

I never watched golf on television until I met Brooks and he made me go to my first golf tourney.  Every time it came on the TV, instant nap time.  Watching golf on TV could get me to go to sleep faster than a double Nyquil shooter chased with a few Benadryl capsules.  Brooks dragged me kicking and screaming (quietly) to my first live golf tourney, and I have to say, that watching it in person is TOTALLY different.

Now I love it, and when I go I want to shout “woohoo” when they make a good putt or whistle really loud when they drive it off the tee a billion yards, but instead, I have to refine my barely audible golf clap.  Other good parts of the TPC tournament are the Bloody Mary’s, Food Trucks on Ten, and Tacos on Twelve.  Food trucks and golf?  Awesome combination…

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Once we were done watching golf for the day we did a little shopping. Brooks loves to buy clothes and the only stores we have in Waycross are JC Penney’s and TJ Maxx.  Not the best choices, so we like to hit the stores while we are in the big city!  Once I had changed my clothes a hundred times in tiny dressing rooms with unflattering mirrors, I decided to stuff my face.

Right next to where we’re shopping, Moxie!  We have passed this restaurant a few times and thought it looked great and on the recommendation of friends who have been there and raved about their drinks, we decided to pop in.

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Happy hour was just about to end so we decided to order two rounds of cocktails (the first ones go quickly) and some tapas.  We were so hungry that we didn’t stop at TWO tapas, haha, we ordered three.

Calamari, pimento cheese bread, and a charcuterie board.  The calamari was tender and crispy, the charcuterie board had great salami and Manchego, but the bread was unlike anything I have had.  I had to recreate it using the original as inspiration!  If you are in Jacksonville, you have to go to Moxie!  The drinks are fabulous (I had my first French 75 there), the food is even better, and the chef is a two-time James Beard Award nominee!

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French bread, pimento cheese, pepper jelly, and potato chips.  The Pimento Cheese Bread was crisp and the inside had a great chew.  The pimento cheese was creamy and had a kick to it from the jelly.  The crunchy chips just topped it off perfectly.  I ate the remaining slices and left Brooks empty-handed.  Gotta be quick around me!

My first thought was I need another loaf, the second was I need to put this on the blog so everyone can try this!

And what better than a hearty and delicious French Bread appetizer to share with you guys?  It’s quick, easy, and can be semi-homemade if you are short on time!

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This pimento cheese bread comes together in less than 5 minutes and you can make it with items from the store if you are in a hurry!  You can also make it completely homemade if you have the time.  You can use my pimento cheese spread and my 4 pepper jelly as a starting point.

FAQ about Pimento Cheese Bread:

  • Q: Do you have to toast the bread beforehand?
    A: You don’t have to but toasting the bread not only warms it but the toasty inside keeps the pimento cheese from making the bread soggy.
  • Q: How long can will pimento cheese bread last?
    A: Mine never lasts that long so it’s not an issue but I would say not longer than an hour at room temperature because the pimento cheese contains perishable ingredients.
  • Q: What is the best type of bread to use?
    A: I prefer a crusty French bread but I would say any bread with a crispy crust for the texture and one in a shape that is easy to eat with one hand.
  • Q: Is this Pimento Cheese Bread considered homemade?
    A: You can make all the ingredients from scratch if you are so inclined but I would say that even if you purchase all the ingredients at the store and assemble it at home then it is the very least, semi-homemade, which is still homemade in my eyes!
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This pimento cheese bread is great for parties, or just staying in on a weeknight and need something for dinner to help soak up some “finally got the kids in bed” wine.  Whatever the occasion, you need this sweet and spicy pimento cheese bread in your life!

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Easy Pimento Cheese Bread Recipe

Kettle chips on top of the pimento cheese bread

Pimento Cheese Bread

Yield: 6 people
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

This sweet, spicy, and cheesy pimento cheese bread is great for tapas, or the main course, if you are so inclined!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 loaf french bread (hollowed out)
  • 1 cup pimento cheese spread
  • 3 tablespoons hot pepper jelly (I use Braswell's when I run out of homemade)
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup plain kettle chips

Instructions

  1. Slice bread lengthwise and hollow it out.
  2. Toast bread at 275F for 5 minutes or until inside is crispy.
  3. While bread is toasting, combine pepper jelly and water in a small saucepan.
  4. Heat until the jelly is melted and the water is combined. You can also do this in the microwave by mixing the jelly and water in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in intervals until melted and combined.
  5. Top each half of the toasted bread with pimento cheese.
  6. Spoon the warm jelly mixture over the pimento cheese.
  7. Crush the potato chips in your hand and sprinkle over the jelly.
  8. Cut across the loaf to slice into smaller pieces. Or you can just shove the whole thing in your mouth!

Notes

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 214Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 371mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 9g

This nutrition information was generated via a third party, Nutritionix, and can not be held liable for any discrepancies in the information provided.

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© Jennifer Stewart
Cuisine: American / Category: Best Tapas and Appetizers

Filed Under: Easy Finger Foods, Perfect Party Foods Tagged With: appetizer, kettle chips

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Comments

  1. Susan | LunaCafe says

    December 3, 2015 at 11:44 PM

    What an interesting combination of flavors and textures. I love potato chips on sandwiches, so that works for me. Not sure about the jelly but looking forward to trying it. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      December 4, 2015 at 3:48 PM

      The jelly is really for the sweet heat but it works really well. I hope you get a chance to try it!

      Reply
  2. Joy @ Joy Love Food says

    December 3, 2015 at 3:33 PM

    This looks so good, I love pimento cheese and it must go so well with that crusty French bread, yum!

    Reply
  3. Julia says

    December 3, 2015 at 3:27 PM

    I love pimento cheese! I don’t eat it nearly enough! I think I need to try this for an upcoming Christmas party!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      December 4, 2015 at 3:48 PM

      You can use your own PC recipe and give it a whirl!

      Reply
  4. Josie Godel says

    December 3, 2015 at 3:04 AM

    Nothing beats Pimento Cheese. Looks so tasty!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      December 4, 2015 at 3:49 PM

      Thanks Josie! I know now why it is such a staple here~

      Reply
  5. Erin says

    December 2, 2015 at 10:37 PM

    I. too, am a golf tournament convert! I really want to see the TPC at Sawgrass! This bread looks amazing. I love pimento cheese and pepper jelly but never thought to put them together. genius.

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      December 4, 2015 at 3:50 PM

      Thanks! Luckily I know someone that works for the PGA so I have an “in” to the tourney with discount tix!

      Reply
  6. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says

    December 1, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    This looks positively YUMMY!! I could eat that for dinner. Don’t judge me. LOL ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      December 4, 2015 at 3:53 PM

      Never! I think it was my lunch when I was making it for the photos!

      Reply
  7. Nutmeg Nanny says

    August 18, 2015 at 10:54 PM

    Wow this bread looks awesome! I LOVE pimento cheese so this absolutely perfect….yum!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      August 23, 2015 at 6:50 PM

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  8. Kimberly Ann @ Bake Love Give says

    August 18, 2015 at 10:43 PM

    Yes, I could totally not be trusted at a golf tournament to not scream and shout! I actually get excited watching it on TV and am nowhere near restrained enough to be allowed at a live event. ๐Ÿ™‚ This pimento cheese bread looks like the perfect afternoon snack while watching a tournament.

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      August 23, 2015 at 6:50 PM

      I know! I really need to just watch golf in my living room so I can be as loud as I want! Who knew you could get loud watching people stare down a ball?!?!

      Reply
  9. Elena says

    August 18, 2015 at 9:05 PM

    YUM! I have some pimento cheese in the fridge right now and I will be doing this shortly!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      August 23, 2015 at 6:48 PM

      Just like me. I always pimento cheese and hot pepper jelly. I think I actually have 3 half empty jars of jelly!

      Reply
  10. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    August 18, 2015 at 11:22 AM

    This sounds amazing!!! I have never had pimento cheese bread, but it is totally my style! So trying this!

    Reply
  11. Sabrina says

    August 18, 2015 at 10:16 AM

    Oh man I love Pimento Cheese! And I love you carving out more of the bread for maximum cheese for every bite! Looks amazing!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      August 23, 2015 at 6:43 PM

      Thanks! I like crusty bread but I don’t like all that extra bread especially when I can fill it with something cheesy! Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  12. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    July 12, 2015 at 10:19 PM

    I loooove pimento cheese, and this recipe sounds amazing! Just loving the pepper jelly & chips – amazing!!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      July 13, 2015 at 11:26 AM

      Thanks so much! I fell in love with the crunchy chips and they mixed well with sweet and hot from the pepper jelly! I hope you get a chance to make it!

      Reply
  13. Winnie says

    July 7, 2015 at 2:40 PM

    Looking at these photo makes me super hungry!! This bread looks absolutely DELICIOUS !!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      July 12, 2015 at 9:42 AM

      Thanks! I’m always hungry looking at recipes! Good thing I like to eat:)

      Reply
  14. kimberly says

    July 6, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Sweet and spicy is such a mouth-watering combination! I would love to try it out sometime ๐Ÿ™‚
    Thanks for stopping by at HelpingTheHomemaker ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  15. Bam's Kitchen says

    July 5, 2015 at 8:48 AM

    Looks delicious and a beautiful way to enjoy golf or keep you at least entertained while watching golf on TV. LOL I have not had pimento cheese since I lived in the States and you are making me crave it now. Looking forward to keeping in touch! Take Care, BAM

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    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      July 6, 2015 at 10:31 AM

      Thanks for reading! The potato chips make this bread because they add that crunch! I can’t wait to see all your recipes!

      Reply
  16. Noel says

    June 28, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    Love Pimento cheese! This combination sounds like a winning appetizer / snack for sure!

    Reply
    • chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says

      June 30, 2015 at 11:41 AM

      I know you will enjoy it! It has everything from creamy, to crispy, sweet, spicy, and crunchy!

      Reply

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