🧀 Cranberry Pistachio Fig Cheese Log 🌿
A rich and creamy cheese log packed with tangy cranberries, sweet figs, and crunchy pistachios—perfect for holiday entertaining!
Ingredients 🛒
For the Cheese Log:
8 oz cream cheese, softened 🥛
4 oz goat cheese (or Brie for a milder flavor) 🧀
½ cup dried cranberries, finely chopped 🍒
½ cup dried figs, finely chopped 🍇
¼ cup honey 🍯
1 tsp orange zest 🍊
½ tsp cinnamon 🌿
¼ tsp salt 🧂
For the Coating:
½ cup chopped pistachios 🌰
¼ cup dried cranberries, finely chopped 🍒
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped 🌿
For Serving:
Crackers or crostini 🍞
Fresh figs, halved 🍇
Sprigs of rosemary for garnish 🌿
Instructions 🍽️
1️⃣ Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, goat cheese, honey, orange zest, cinnamon, and salt.
Mix until smooth and creamy.
2️⃣ Fold in the Fruits
Gently fold in chopped dried cranberries and figs, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
3️⃣ Shape the Cheese Log
Transfer the cheese mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap.
Shape into a log and wrap tightly.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
4️⃣ Coat the Cheese Log
On a plate, mix chopped pistachios, dried cranberries, and fresh rosemary.
Roll the chilled cheese log in the mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
Place on a serving board with crackers, fresh figs, and extra rosemary sprigs.
Slice and enjoy with your favorite accompaniments!
Recipe Details 📌
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8-10
Difficulty: Easy
💜 Why You’ll Love It
✔️ Elegant and perfect for gatherings
✔️ A beautiful balance of creamy, sweet, and crunchy flavors
✔️ No baking required—simple yet impressive
