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Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log: A Festive and Flavorful Appetizer

The Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log is an elegant and vibrant appetizer that combines creamy goat cheese with tangy cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Enhanced with subtle spices and a drizzle of honey, this cheese log makes a beautiful centerpiece for any gathering and pairs perfectly with crackers or toasted bread.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

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Cranberry Pistachio Coating

  • 1 1/4 cups fresh cranberries

  • 1 cup shelled roasted salted pistachios

Cheese Log

  • 7–8 oz goat cheese log or tub

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger

  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme

  • 1/4 tsp dried rosemary

  • 1/8 tsp pepper

  • 1/2 cup Cranberry Pistachio Coating mixture (prepared)

Garnish

  • Honey

Instructions

  1. Add cranberries and pistachios to a food processor and chop into small pieces. Remove 1/2 cup of the mixture and set aside in a medium bowl.

  2. Add goat cheese, cream cheese, honey, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, salt, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and pepper to the bowl with the 1/2 cup of cranberry pistachio mixture. Stir to combine.

  3. Transfer the cheese mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Shape into a log, wrap tightly, and freeze for 20-30 minutes until slightly firm.

  4. Spread the remaining cranberry pistachio mixture onto a large piece of parchment paper in a square. Roll the cheese log over the mixture to coat evenly, pressing the coating firmly into the surface.

  5. Refrigerate the prepared cheese log until ready to serve. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving to soften. Drizzle generously with honey and serve with crackers.

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 180 per serving