Description
A creamy goat cheese log rolled in sweet dried cranberries and crunchy pistachios, perfect for holiday gatherings or as an elegant appetizer.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 8 oz goat cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Crackers or sliced baguette for serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine softened goat cheese, honey, thyme, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Transfer the goat cheese mixture to the center and shape into a log, about 6 inches long.
- Sprinkle chopped cranberries and pistachios onto the plastic wrap, then roll the goat cheese log in the mixture until evenly coated.
- Wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Unwrap the log, place on a serving plate, and serve with crackers or sliced baguette.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.