Cranberry Goat Cheese Log (Printable)

Creamy goat cheese blended with tangy dried cranberries, paired with a fresh berry medley.

# What You'll 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)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, gently mix softened goat cheese, chopped dried cranberries, fresh thyme leaves if using, honey, and black pepper until just combined.
02 - Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap, shaping into a smooth log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to firm.
03 - In a bowl, gently toss together strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and torn mint leaves if included.
04 - Unwrap the chilled goat cheese log and place on a serving platter. Arrange the mixed berries around the log attractively.
05 - Offer immediately with crackers or baguette slices as preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare in 10 minutes
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free
02 -
  • Contains milk from goat cheese.
  • Dried cranberries may be processed with nuts—verify if you have nut allergies.
03 -
  • Mix ingredients until just combined to keep texture light.
  • Chill the log well for easier slicing.
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