Cranberry Goat Cheese Log (Printable)

Creamy goat cheese mixed with dried cranberries, served alongside a fresh berry medley for an elegant starter.

# What You 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 needed)

# How-To:

01 - In a medium bowl, mix softened goat cheese, chopped dried cranberries, thyme leaves 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 chill for 15 to 30 minutes to firm.
03 - Toss fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and torn mint leaves lightly in a bowl.
04 - Unwrap log and place on serving platter, arranging berries around it attractively. Serve immediately with crackers or baguette slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and creamy flavor combination
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • For extra flavor roll the log in chopped pistachios or toasted walnuts before serving
  • Substitute dried cherries or apricots for cranberries if desired
03 -
  • Chill the cheese log well to make slicing easier
  • Use fresh high-quality berries for best flavor and presentation
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