**Cheese Log: A Delightful Appetizer for Any Occasion**
With its creamy texture, nutty flavor, and endless variations, cheese log is an appetizer that never fails to impress. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a tasty snack, this dish is sure to be a hit. From classic cream cheese logs to innovative recipes featuring goat cheese, blue cheese, and herbs, this collection offers a variety of options to suit every taste. So gather your ingredients, choose your favorite recipe, and get ready to create a cheese log that will be the star of your next gathering.
CREAM CHEESE LOG WITH SWEET-AND-SPICY CRANBERRY RELISH
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 2h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the cranberry relish: Pulse the jalapeno in a food processor until finely chopped. Add the cranberries; pulse until finely chopped (but not ground). Transfer to a bowl and stir in the sugar, scallions, orange zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- For the cream cheese log: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, shredded cheese, lime zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt with a wooden spoon or spatula until well blended. Mix in the cilantro. Spoon onto a large piece of plastic wrap and form into an even 1-inch-diameter log. Refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Right before serving, unwrap the log and transfer it to a serving plate. Drain the cranberry mixture well, then carefully spoon a thick layer of it onto the cheese log, pressing all over to cover. Clean any spills from the serving plate and serve immediately with crackers or toasted bread.
RANCH DRESSING CHEESE LOG
Steps:
- In a stand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, buttermilk and dressing mix. Add the Cheddar cheese and continue beating until thoroughly blended. Wrap the mixture in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 30 minutes. When firm, shape the wrapped cheese mixture into a log. Spread the pecans out on a baking sheet or a piece of wax paper. Unwrap the cheese log and roll it in the nuts to coat it on all sides. Serve with crackers or bagel chips.
CHILI CHEESE LOG
This is a yummy dip for crackers! A friend brings this into work, and it's always a hit!
Provided by CHUBBYCHEEKS
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cold Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 2h5m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, salsa and chili seasoning mix. Mix until well combined, then shape it into a log or ball. Cover the prepared ball or log with chopped pecans, then with the cheese. Refrigerate the log until you are ready to serve it.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 87.3 mg, Fat 39.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 806.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
CHEESE LOG
This is an easy recipe for a cream cheese and chopped beef log rolled in pecans.
Provided by Wendy
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Ball Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the cream cheese, dried beef, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, and monosodium glutamate; mix well, and refrigerate until chilled.
- Mix together the chopped pecans and parsley. Roll cheese into log or ball, and roll in pecans and parsley to cover.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 45.2 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 289.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
PISTACHIO-COVERED CHEESE LOG
Pistachios give appealing texture and eye-catching color to our easy cheese-log appetizer.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese, cheddar, Dijon, and Worcestershire until well combined; season with salt and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate until slightly firm, 1 to 2 hours.
- Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, toast pistachios over medium, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool.
- Transfer cheese mixture to a piece of waxed paper; using paper, shape into a 6-inch-long log. Cover with pistachios, pressing to adhere. Wrap log in a fresh piece of waxed paper; chill until firm, 1 to 2 hours (or up to 1 day). Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g
WALNUT & FIG GOAT CHEESE LOG
Here's a simple spread that calls for only a handful of ingredients. The tablespoon of honey is optional, but I think that touch of sweetness nicely complements the tang of the goat cheese. -Ana-Marie Correll, Hollister, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, crumble cheese. Stir in figs, 1/4 cup walnuts, pepper and, if desired, honey. Shape mixture into a log about 6 in. long. Roll log in remaining walnuts. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CREAM CHEESE LOG
Make and share this Cream Cheese Log recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Jen T
Categories Spreads
Time 15m
Yield 1 Log
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Soften cream cheese in microwave.
- Beat in garlic and pepper.
- Add finely chopped gherkins& mix well.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts onto plastic cling wrap.
- Place mixture onto nuts in a log shape and roll up with the aid of the cling wrap coating evenly.
- Chill thoroughly before serving on crackers, crisp toast triangles or slices of cucumber.
- Alternative flavourings, eg.
- chopped green pepper, finely chopped spring (green) onion, or herbs can be used in place of the gherkins.
CRANBERRY AND PECAN CHEESE LOG
Make and share this Cranberry and Pecan Cheese Log recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Pinay0618
Categories Spreads
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- MIX reduced-fat cream cheese, cranberries and zest; shape into 6-inch log.
- COAT with pecans. Wrap in plastic wrap.
- REFRIGERATE at least 30 minute Serve with the crackers.
PARTY CHILI CHEESE LOG
A WONDERFUL appetizer from Company's Coming. Plan ahead to allow 3 or 4 days for the flavours to really blend. (Cooking time is refrigeration time)
Provided by Swan Valley Tammi
Categories Spreads
Time P3DT15m
Yield 4-5 dozen slices
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put everything except the chili powder into a mixing bowl and beat until soft and smooth.
- Roll into two rolls, making the diameter of each roll a bit smaller than a round cracker.
- Sprinkle wax paper liberally with chili powder and roll each log to coat well.
- Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate for 3 or 4 days for best flavour.
- Serve with a cheese knife and assorted crackers. Freezes well.
CRABMEAT-CREAM CHEESE LOG
This is sooooo simple, but with an elegant presentation. Best of all, all 3 ingredients can be stored for indefinite periods in pantry/fridge. A great help when unexpected guests show up over the holidays.
Provided by davianng
Categories Spreads
Time 5m
Yield 1 log, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Stack cream cheese one on top of the other on a plate.
- Mix crabmeat with cocktail sauce, spread on 5 exposed sides of cream cheese.
- Serve with Ritz Crackers.
OYSTER CHEESE APPETIZER LOG
When you say "holiday tradition" around our house, this appetizer comes to mind immediately. Every winter, I make lots of cheese logs and freeze them for when I'm expecting company or need to take food to someone's home. The blend of smoked oysters, chili powder, nuts and cream cheese tastes good-even people who don't like oysters may enjoy this interesting appetizer. -William Tracy, Jerseyville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 32 servings (2 logs)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In mixer bowl, combine the cheese, steak sauce, Miracle Whip, garlic and onion. Stir in oysters and 1 cup of pecans. Shape into two 9-in. logs. Roll logs in mixture of chili powder, remaining pecans and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BEST CHEESE LOG EVER!
Make and share this Best Cheese Log Ever! recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Namaste_my_life
Categories Spreads
Time 15m
Yield 2-3 logs, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cream cheese in a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with electric beater until softened.
- Add cheddar, mayo, dill pickles, onions and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cover and chill until firm or overnight.
- Roll into logs and roll into real bacon bits.
- Serve with crackers.
GARLIC-BACON CHEESE LOG
What a tasty cheese ball! Can't wait to serve this one the next time I have my girlfriends over. The combination of cheeses and bacon adds great flavor. I loved the crunch that the nuts added. Yummy!!
Provided by Amy H.
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Combine first 6 ingredients; mix well, shape into a log.
- 2. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Combine pecans and parsley; Roll log into pecan mixture. Chill and serve.
BLUE CHEESE LOG
Steps:
- 1. Beat first 5 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until well combined. Cover tightly, and chill at least an hour or until firm enough to handle. (Can chill up to 3 days.) 2. Roll cheese mixture into 2 logs and then roll completely in the bacon bits. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. If chilled, let stand 30 minutes before serving. 3. Serve with apple and pear slices, grapes and crackers. (I like the cracked pepper water table crackers.)
CHEDDAR CHEESE PECAN LOG
Make and share this Cheddar Cheese Pecan Log recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories High In...
Time 30m
Yield 1 twelve-inch log
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add cream cheese to a big bowl and, using an electric mixer, beat until soft and creamy.
- Add in the milk, cayenne, Worcestershire, garlic, and cheddar cheese; continue to beat just until the ingredients are combined.
- Line an 8 x 12 inch pan with parchment paper or wax paper, making sure there is a 3-inch overhang at each of the long ends.
- Sprinkle the pecans evenly over the paper.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cheese mixture onto the pecans.
- Using a flexible rubber spatula or an offset spatula, spread the cheese into the pan, making sure you reach into the corners.
- Sprinkle the chives and parsley evenly over the cheese.
- Using the ends of the parchment, gently lift the cheese out of the pan; starting at the long end, begin rolling the cheese into a log, as if you were rolling up a jelly roll.
- Using the parchment paper, wrap the log, twisting both ends tightly; refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight before serving.
- Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3282.6, Fat 312.5, SaturatedFat 154.5, Cholesterol 738.4, Sodium 2874.4, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 8.2, Protein 102.5
CHEESE LOG
I really liked this simple cheese log recipe. It has a lot of flavor from the garlic and onion. The crushed red pepper really gives this zing... not too spicy, but just enough to keep you coming back for more. This is easy to throw together and would be great for a casual gathering like a football game but just as lovely served...
Provided by Nathaniel Lutz
Categories Cheese Appetizers
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Shred Colby-jack cheese.
- 2. Add cream cheese and seasonings to a bowl.
- 3. Mix cream cheese by hand.
- 4. Add Colby-jack cheese and, by hand, mix well.
- 5. Form into a log. Wrap cheese in Saran Wrap and place in refrigerator.
- 6. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. *The flavors intensify overnight~~got a little KICK to it!
CHEESE AND NUT LOG
My mother gave me this recipe many years ago. Blended cheeses, red peppers and green onions come together to form this delicious log. Top the log with pistachios or pecans and it will be both attractive and irresistible!
Provided by MS.CHEF
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cold Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the Cheddar cheese and 1/2 the cream cheese with an electric mixer until well blended. Mix in the green onions, red bell peppers, garlic and Worcestershire sauce. Chill in the refrigerator 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the blue cheese, milk and remaining cream cheese with the electric mixer until well blended.
- Shape the chilled Cheddar cheese mixture into an 8 inch log. Spread the blue cheese mixture evenly over the top and sides of the log. Cover with pistachio nuts. Chill in the refrigerator 2 to 3 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 112.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CHEDDAR CHEESE BACON LOG
What is a party with out a cheese ball or cheese log? Cheese spreads add a delightful taste to crackers,veggies and toasted breads.A great appetizer start to any get-together.
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Spreads
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Blend and beat cream cheese with cheddar cheese; add bacon, celery,onion, and W. sauce. Mix well and chill until partially firm. Form into a log shape and roll in chopped nuts or other toppings. Serve with toasted bread crusts or crackers. May be made ahead, wrapped well and frozen -to be used at a later date. Defrost day before in refrigerator.
FETA CHEESE LOG WITH KALAMATA OLIVES AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Make and share this Feta Cheese Log With Kalamata Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 1 1/2 cups (approximately)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix feta, cream cheese and oil with a mixer on medium speed until well-blended. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Shape into a 10-inch-long log (mixture will be soft).
- Combine walnuts and parsley and roll cheese log in this mixture, pressing slightly to get the walnuts and parsley to stick to the sides of the log.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 5 hours before serving to allow flavours to blend.
- Remove plastic wrap and lay log on an attractive serving platter lined with parsley. Serve with assorted crackers and toasted baguette slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1154, Fat 106.3, SaturatedFat 43.9, Cholesterol 226.2, Sodium 2395.3, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 5, Sugar 13.5, Protein 35.2
TACO CHEESE LOG
Make and share this Taco Cheese Log recipe from Food.com.
Provided by True Texas
Categories High Protein
Time 20m
Yield 2 logs
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In large bowl of electric mixer, beat ingredients until smooth. Chill.
- On waxed paper, shape mixture until you form 2 logs (8 x 1 1/2).
- Roll in parsley.
- Refrigerate.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Cheese: Select a cheese that is firm enough to hold its shape, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or cream cheese. Softer cheeses, like brie or goat cheese, can be used but may require additional support.
- Soften the Cream Cheese: If using cream cheese, soften it to room temperature before mixing. This will make it easier to blend with the other ingredients and create a smooth filling.
- Use Fresh Herbs and Seasonings: Fresh herbs and seasonings add flavor and depth to the cheese log. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite.
- Chill Before Serving: After assembling the cheese log, chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the log to firm up and make it easier to slice.
- Garnish Before Serving: Before serving the cheese log, garnish it with fresh herbs, nuts, or other toppings. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
A cheese log is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of flavors and toppings to choose from, there is a cheese log recipe for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give one of these cheese log recipes a try. Your guests will love it!
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