Description
Impress your guests with this delightful Orange Cranberry Cheese Log that combines the creaminess of cheese with the tartness of cranberries and the freshness of orange zest. It’s a perfect make-ahead appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Log:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
Coating:
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- crackers or sliced baguette for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, chopped dried cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, and cinnamon until well combined and smooth.
- Transfer the mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap and shape it into a log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Before serving, roll the chilled cheese log in chopped pecans and parsley, pressing lightly to coat all sides. Place on a serving platter and serve with crackers or sliced baguette.
Notes
- This cheese log can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- For a sweeter version, add a drizzle of honey to the mixture before chilling.
- You can also roll it in chopped pistachios or walnuts instead of pecans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
