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A delicious plate of Pineapple Cranberry Holiday Cheese Log

Pineapple Cranberry Holiday Cheese Log

A festive cheese log perfect for holiday gatherings, combining tangy pineapple, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture
  • 227 g cream cheese, softened
  • 120 ml crushed pineapple, drained
  • 120 g dried cranberries, chopped
  • 60 g green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 cucchiaino garlic powder
  • 1 cucchiaino onion powder
  • 1 cucchiaino salt
  • 1 cucchiaino pepper
Coating
  • 120 g chopped pecans (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  2. Add crushed pineapple, chopped dried cranberries, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is evenly incorporated.
  3. Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on a clean surface. Spoon the cheese mixture onto the center and shape into a log.
  4. Wrap tightly in the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  5. Once chilled, remove the cheese log from the plastic and roll it in chopped pecans, pressing gently so they adhere.
  6. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with crackers or baguette slices.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Drain the Pineapple Well: Too much moisture can make the log soggy. Press the crushed pineapple gently through a mesh sieve or paper towel to remove excess liquid. Softened Cream Cheese Is Key: Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps and to get that smooth, creamy texture. Chill Time Matters: Don’t skip the refrigeration step! It helps the flavors meld together and makes the log easier to handle and slice.
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