Ingredients
Cheese Log
- 8 oz goat cheese log
Coating Mix
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup pistachios (unsalted)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (about half an orange)
For Serving
- Crackers or crostini (as desired)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: On a cutting board or flat surface, roughly chop the dried cranberries and unsalted pistachios into small pieces. Zest about half of an orange to get approximately 1 teaspoon of fresh orange zest.
- Mix the Coating: In a large bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, cranberries, orange zest, and honey. Stir thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated and sticky, which will help the coating adhere to the goat cheese.
- Coat the Cheese Log: Place the goat cheese log on a cutting board or a sheet pan. Roll the cheese log in the cranberry-pistachio mixture until it is fully covered on all sides, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks evenly.
- Serve: Arrange the coated goat cheese log on a serving platter. Serve it alongside crackers or crostini. Optionally, drizzle additional honey on top for added sweetness before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use goat cheese at room temperature for easier rolling and better flavor.
- Unsalted pistachios are preferred to control the saltiness of the cheese log.
- Substitute dried cranberries with dried cherries or blueberries for a different flavor profile.
- The log can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated; bring it to room temperature before serving.
- Serve with a variety of crackers or toasted baguette slices for extra textural contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
