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Cranberry Pecan Cheese Log

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Log

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Log is an easy and delicious finger food perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Finger Food
Cuisine Western
Servings 6 servings
Calories 398 kcal

Equipment

  • small mixing bowl
  • Large Mixing Bowl & Spatula
  • Cling Film
  • Sharp Knife & Chopping Board
  • cheese grater

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g full fat Cream Cheese
  • 150 g Dried Cranberries roughly diced
  • 125 g Pecans roughly diced
  • 100 g Mature/Sharp Cheddar Cheese grated
  • ¼ cup Chives finely diced

Instructions
 

  • In a small mixing bowl combine diced pecans, cranberries and chives.
  • In a large mixing bowl add cream cheese & cheddar, then use a spatula to combine with HALF of the pecan mix (save the rest to coat the outside).
  • Add the mix to a large sheet of cling film and mould into a log shape, using the cling film to tightly contain it. Pop in the fridge until ready to serve.
  • When ready to serve, spread the second half of your pecan mix on a chopping board. Unwrap the cheese log and coat all over with the pecan mix.
  • Serve on a board with crackers. Enjoy!

Notes

Can use different nuts such as walnuts or pistachios. Can also fold in some goats cheese for a different flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1logCalories: 398kcalCarbohydrates: 20.91gProtein: 8.58gFat: 33.09gSaturated Fat: 12.894gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.581gMonounsaturated Fat: 12.026gTrans Fat: 0.222gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 277mgPotassium: 149mgFiber: 2.7gSugar: 15.21gVitamin A: 773IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 183mgIron: 0.72mg
Keyword Appetizer, cheese log, Cranberry Pecan Cheese Log, Easy Recipe, finger food, party food
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