Cranberry Goat Cheese Logs (Printable)

Creamy goat cheese logs rolled in cranberries and nuts, arranged with grapes, crackers, and honey for a flavorful board.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Logs

01 - 2 goat cheese logs (5.3 oz each)
02 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
03 - 1/3 cup pistachios or pecans, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

→ Board Accompaniments

05 - 1/2 cup seedless red grapes
06 - 1/2 cup seedless green grapes
07 - 1/2 cup assorted crackers (gluten-free if needed)
08 - 1/2 cup toasted baguette slices
09 - 1/4 cup honey
10 - 1/4 cup roasted almonds or walnuts
11 - 1/4 cup sliced cucumbers
12 - 1/4 cup sliced radishes
13 - Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

# Directions:

01 - In a shallow bowl, mix chopped dried cranberries, chopped nuts, and parsley if using.
02 - Roll each goat cheese log in the cranberry and nut mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coverage.
03 - Place the coated cheese logs on a large serving board.
04 - Surround the cheese logs with grapes, crackers, toasted baguette slices, nuts, cucumber slices, and radishes.
05 - Drizzle honey over the cheese logs or serve it separately on the side.
06 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary sprigs for a festive presentation.
07 - Present immediately, allowing guests to spread cheese on crackers or bread with the accompaniments.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to prepare in 15 minutes
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free friendly
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 -
  • Chop nuts finely to ensure coating sticks well
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients
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