Cranberry Goat Cheese Log (Printable)

Creamy goat cheese blended with dried cranberries, served with fresh berries for a colorful snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Log

01 - 8 oz goat cheese, softened
02 - ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
03 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, optional
04 - 1 tsp honey
05 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Berry Garnish

06 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
07 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
08 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
09 - 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn, optional

→ For Serving

10 - Crackers or baguette slices, gluten-free if required

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, gently blend softened goat cheese, chopped dried cranberries, thyme if using, honey, and black pepper until just incorporated.
02 - Transfer mixture onto plastic wrap, shape into a log, wrap tightly smoothing the surface, then refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to firm.
03 - Lightly toss fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and torn mint leaves in a bowl.
04 - Remove the cheese log from the wrap, place on a serving platter, arrange berries around it, and serve immediately with crackers or baguette slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful and elegant appetizer
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Contains milk from goat cheese
  • Check crackers for gluten if needed
03 -
  • Chill the log well to make slicing easier
  • Use fresh, ripe berries for the best flavor and appearance
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