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CRANBERRY PECAN CHEESE LOG

Sana Umer
This cranberry pecan cheese log is a festive and flavourful appetiser, combining creamy cheese, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for holiday parties, it’s easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with crackers and fruits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetiser
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Log:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 oz goat cheese softened
  • 1 cup dried cranberries chopped
  • 1 cup pecans chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For Coating:

  • ½ cup dried cranberries chopped
  • ½ cup pecans chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Cheese Mixture:

  • In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, goat cheese, honey, cinnamon, and salt until smooth. Stir in cranberries and pecans.

Shape the Cheese Log:

  • Scoop the cheese mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap. Shape into a log and wrap tightly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Coat the Cheese Log:

  • Combine cranberries, pecans, and parsley. Roll the chilled cheese log in the coating mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Serve:

  • Place the cheese log on a platter with crackers, fruits, or toasted bread.

Notes

Make Ahead:
Prepare the cheese log up to 2 days in advance. Keep wrapped tightly in the fridge until ready to serve.
Customizing the Flavor:
Swap pecans for walnuts or pistachios, or add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with crackers, sliced apples, pears, or toasted baguette slices.
Allergy-Friendly Options:
For a nut-free version, replace pecans with toasted pumpkin seeds.
Storage Tips:
Wrap leftovers tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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