Honey, thyme and rosemary season a soft cream-cheese log. Dried cranberries and chopped pistachios coat the outside before a refrigerator rest firms it for serving.
Before you begin: Press the coating gently onto every side and retain the full 30-minute chilling stage.
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Cranberry Pistachio Cheese: 1 Stunning Appetizer
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 log 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log is a festive and easy appetizer perfect for holidays. It features a creamy cream cheese base mixed with honey and herbs, then rolled in tart cranberries and crunchy pistachios. It’s a visually appealing and delicious addition to any cheese board or party spread.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, honey, chopped thyme, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap. Shape it into a log.
- In a small bowl, combine the dried cranberries and chopped pistachios.
- Roll the cream cheese log in the cranberry and pistachio mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating on all sides.
- Wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the log to firm up before serving.
- Serve your cranberry pistachio cheese log with crackers or baguette slices.
Notes
- For a different flavor, you can substitute maple syrup for honey.
- Fresh cranberries can be used if available, but ensure they are finely chopped.
- If you prefer a finer coating, you can pulse the cranberries and pistachios in a food processor before rolling.
- This cheese log can be made a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Cranberry Pistachio Cheese: 1 Stunning Appetizer — Honey, thyme and rosemary season a soft cream-cheese log. Dried cranberries and chopped pistachios coat the outside before a refrigerator rest firms it for serving. Jump to Recipe Prep: 10
Why This Recipe Works
- Honey and chopped herbs season the cheese throughout.
- A cranberry-pistachio coating adds contrasting texture.
- Chilling helps the shaped log hold together for serving.
Practical Tips
Press the coating gently onto every side and retain the full 30-minute chilling stage.
Serving and Variations
Unwrap before serving with the recipe's suggested crackers or baguette slices.
Storage
Keep the cheese log covered and refrigerated until serving; refrigerate leftovers promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the key preparation detail?
Press the coating gently onto every side and retain the full 30-minute chilling stage.
What gives this recipe its texture?
Honey and chopped herbs season the cheese throughout. A cranberry-pistachio coating adds contrasting texture.
How should I serve it?
Unwrap before serving with the recipe's suggested crackers or baguette slices.
How should I keep leftovers?
Keep the cheese log covered and refrigerated until serving; refrigerate leftovers promptly.
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Recipe author: Jannet Lisa
