Best 7 Pecan Cheese Logs Recipes

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Are you in need of quick and easy party snacks that are sure to impress your friends and family? Look no further than these delectable Pecan Cheese Logs! Made with just a few simple ingredients, these bite-sized treats combine the flavors of creamy cheese, crunchy pecans, and zesty herbs to create a delightful explosion in your mouth. In this article, we present three irresistible variations of Pecan Cheese Logs that cater to different taste preferences.

The first recipe offers a classic combination of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and chopped pecans, coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust. For those who prefer a tangy twist, the second variation incorporates crumbled blue cheese and chopped bacon into the cheese mixture, creating a savory and smoky flavor profile. And finally, the third recipe introduces a unique combination of goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil, resulting in a light and refreshing snack with a Mediterranean flair. Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a potluck dish, or simply looking for a delicious appetizer to enjoy at home, these Pecan Cheese Logs are sure to be a hit!

Let's cook with our recipes!

PECAN CHEESE LOGS



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Monterey Jack, Colby and cream cheese come together with seasonings to create these logs that everyone will enjoy. Roll them in toasty pecans for the perfect finishing touch. -Melissa Goff, Burkburnett, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2 logs (12 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded Colby cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
Butter-flavored crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the shredded cheeses, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder and Worcestershire sauce. Shape mixture into two logs, about 6 in. long. Roll in pecans, pressing down gently., Wrap each in plastic wrap; refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CRANBERRY-PECAN CHEESE LOG



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Find your new favorite party appetizer with our Healthy Living Cranberry-Pecan Cheese Log. Serve our sweet and savory Cranberry-Pecan Cheese Log with rosemary and olive oil crackers, and get ready to enjoy!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield Makes 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 6 crackers each.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese
1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries
1 Tbsp. orange zest
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
rosemary and olive oil woven wheat crackers

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients until well blended; shape into 6-inch log.
  • Coat with nuts. Wrap in plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate 30 min. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 220 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

HOLIDAY PECAN LOGS



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Meet the Cook: For 50 years, I've turned to this beloved recipe to make candy to give away at Christmas. Of the many types I've tried, these pecan logs continue to be the most popular. I'm a registered nurse who managed to juggle my profession with raising our five children. Besides cooking and baking, my interests include sewing and putting together family photo albums. -Maxine Ruhl, Fort Scott, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3-1/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, softened, divided
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1 tablespoon milk or half-and-half cream
2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Butter an 8-in. square pan with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside. Combine confectioners sugar and milk powder; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine 1/2 cup butter, sugar and corn syrup; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved and mixture comes to a boil. Stir in confectioners' sugar mixture, about a third at a time, until blended. , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Continue stirring until the mixture mounds slightly when dropped from a spoon. Spread into prepared pan. Cool. , Cut candy into four strips; cut each strip in half. Shape each into a log; wrap in waxed paper and twist ends. Freeze or refrigerate until firm. , Meanwhile, in a microwave, melt caramels with milk, stirring often. Roll logs in caramel mixture, then in pecans. Wrap in waxed paper. Store at room temperature in airtight containers. Cut into slices with a serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PECAN-CRUSTED GOAT CHEESE LOG



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 28m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup water
3 dried peach halves (about 2 ounces), coarsely chopped
1/2 cup toasted pecans
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 medium log fresh goat cheese (about 11 ounces)

Steps:

  • Warm the bourbon and water in a small saucepan, add the peaches, and set aside until plump, about 15 minutes.
  • Put the toasted pecans and Cajun seasoning in a mini chopper and pulse until the nuts are finely ground but not pasty. Spread the nut mixture on a large plate. Roll the goat cheese in the mixture, pressing firmly to coat the whole log generously.
  • Slice the cheese into rounds and arrange on a platter. Top with the chopped peaches and juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calorie, Fat 22 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 12 grams

CHERRY CHEESE LOGS



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Our party guests flock to this holiday gem of an appetizer - cherry-studded cream cheese served with graham or water crackers and pears. -Libby Walp, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2 logs (1-3/4 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained and chopped
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Graham crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, orange juice and ginger until smooth. Fold in cherries. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., Place pecans in a shallow bowl. Shape cheese mixture into two 7-in.-long logs; roll in pecans to coat evenly. Wrap logs; refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHEDDAR CHEESE PECAN LOG



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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

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
1/2 cup minced fresh chives
1/4 cup finely minced fresh Italian parsley
cracker, for serving

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

PECAN LOG



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Found this recipe on a bag of confectioners sugar. Sounds like it would be great to add to my list of Christmas candy.

Provided by ProudMomof4

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 8 logs, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup butter
4 cups confectioners' sugar
4 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
1/2 lb pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Cream butter until light and fluffy. Beat in sugar slowly. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk one tablespoon at a time until mixture is the consistency of a stiff cookie dough. Form dough into eight small logs and roll in the chopped pecans. Press pecans into the surface of the dough.

Tips:

  • To make the perfect cream cheese mixture, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Then, add the other ingredients and beat until well combined.
  • To get a nice, even coating of nuts on your cheese logs, roll them in the nuts while they're still wet from the cream cheese mixture.
  • If you want to make your cheese logs ahead of time, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just be sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.
  • To serve your cheese logs, slice them into rounds and arrange them on a platter. You can also serve them with crackers, bread, or fruit.

Conclusion:

Pecan cheese logs are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They're made with just a few simple ingredients, and they can be customized to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give pecan cheese logs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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