Description
Create a festive holiday table with the Christmas Italian Cheese Log! A creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet appetizer, perfect for holiday gatherings. Pair it with crackers or bread for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s easy to make and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 pound grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, Parmesan, parsley, cranberries, walnuts, garlic powder, red pepper flakes (optional), salt, and pepper until well blended. - Shape the Log:
Transfer mixture onto plastic wrap. Shape into an 8-inch log (2 inches in diameter). Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. - Serve:
Unwrap and slice the log into rounds. Arrange on a platter with crackers or bread and serve.
Notes
- Variations: Add sun-dried tomatoes, green onions, or pistachios. Use different herbs like thyme or chives.
- Storage: Wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Gluten-Free: Ensure crackers or bread served alongside are gluten-free if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minute
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
