Description
A delightful and easy appetizer that combines creamy cheese with the tangy sweetness of cranberries and the crunch of pistachios, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 cup pistachios, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and goat cheese until smooth.
- Fold in cranberries and chopped pistachios, reserving some for later.
- Add in chopped herbs and honey, mixing gently until combined.
- Shape the cheese mixture into a log.
- Roll the log in the reserved cranberries and pistachios for an even coating.
- Wrap in parchment paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes.
- Slice and serve with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
The cheese log can be made in advance and tastes better after a night in the fridge as the flavors deepen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheese log, cranberry, pistachio, appetizer, holiday, snack