Description
This Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log is the perfect holiday appetizer that combines cream cheese, sharp cheddar, cranberries, and pistachios for a sweet, savory, and creamy bite. A festive make-ahead cheese spread ideal for parties, potlucks, and seasonal gatherings.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
½ cup dried cranberries (divided)
½ cup shelled pistachios (divided)
1 tablespoon honey
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Let cream cheese sit at room temperature until softened, about 20 minutes.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded white cheddar, ¼ cup cranberries, ¼ cup pistachios, honey, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
3. Lay plastic wrap on the counter and spoon the cheese mixture into the center.
4. Use the wrap to form a log shape, smoothing the sides. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5. In a shallow dish, mix the remaining ¼ cup cranberries and ¼ cup pistachios.
6. Unwrap the chilled cheese log and roll it in the cranberry-pistachio coating until fully covered.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
8. Serve with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh apple wedges.
Notes
This cheese log can be made a day ahead—just add the coating right before serving.
Let the log sit out for 10 minutes before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of log)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg