Description
This Cranberry Pecan Cheese Log is a delightful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion. Creamy and tangy, with a sweet and nutty exterior, this cheese log is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Cheese Log:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cranberry-Pecan Coating:
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
For Serving:
- Crackers or sliced baguette
Instructions
- Prepare Cheese Log: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add shredded cheddar, garlic powder, pepper, and salt, and mix until combined.
- Shape and Chill: On a sheet of plastic wrap, form the mixture into a log shape and wrap tightly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Coat with Cranberry-Pecan Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and parsley. Unwrap the chilled cheese log and roll it in the cranberry-pecan mixture until evenly coated on all sides.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and refrigerate until ready to serve. Slice and serve with crackers or baguette slices.
Notes
- You can prepare this cheese log up to 2 days ahead and store it wrapped in the refrigerator.
- For variety, substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of log
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
