Description
Elevate your holiday gatherings with the captivating Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log! This festive appetizer is a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors that will have your guests begging for more. Imagine a creamy, luscious cheese base studded with the tart pop of dried cranberries and the satisfying crunch of toasted pistachios – it’s a flavor explosion that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
8 ounce cream cheese
4 ounce crumbled feta cheese
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pistachios
1/4 cup fresh chives
2 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and crumbled feta cheese until well blended and smooth.
2. Fold in the chopped dried cranberries, chopped pistachios, fresh chives, honey, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Transfer the cheese mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use your hands to shape the mixture into a log, smoothing the surface as you go.
4. Gently roll the log in the remaining chopped cranberries and pistachios, pressing them onto the surface to create a delightful coating.
5. Wrap the log tightly in the plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Notes
The Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log is a versatile appetizer that pairs beautifully with an assortment of crackers, crusty bread, or fresh fruit. For a festive touch, arrange the cheese log on a platter surrounded by sprigs of fresh rosemary or thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoon
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 30
Keywords: Cranberry, Pistachio, Cheese Log, Holiday Appetizer