Cranberry Goat Cheese Logs (Printable Version)

Creamy goat cheese logs with dried cranberries and nuts, served with fresh accompaniments on a festive board.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese Logs

01 - 2 goat cheese logs (5.3 oz each)
02 - ½ cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
03 - ⅓ cup pistachios or pecans, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

→ Board Accompaniments

05 - ½ cup seedless red grapes
06 - ½ cup seedless green grapes
07 - ½ cup assorted crackers (gluten-free if needed)
08 - ½ cup toasted baguette slices
09 - ¼ cup honey
10 - ¼ cup roasted almonds or walnuts
11 - ¼ cup sliced cucumbers
12 - ¼ cup sliced radishes
13 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Combine chopped dried cranberries, chopped nuts, and parsley in a shallow bowl.
02 - Roll each goat cheese log in the cranberry-nut mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating evenly.
03 - Place the coated goat cheese logs on a large serving board.
04 - Arrange grapes, assorted crackers, toasted baguette slices, roasted nuts, cucumber and radish slices around the cheese logs.
05 - Drizzle honey over the cheese logs or serve it on the side. Garnish the board with fresh rosemary sprigs.
06 - Serve immediately, allowing guests to spread cheese on crackers or bread with accompaniments.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and flavorful appetizer
  • Easy to prepare and visually stunning
02 -
  • For a nut-free version omit nuts and use extra cranberries or pumpkin seeds
  • Swap honey for fig or apricot preserves for a different flavor profile
03 -
  • Use fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor
  • Chill the cheese logs before rolling for easier coating
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