Herb-Coated Cheese Log (Printable)

Tangy cheese blended with herbs and arranged with assorted crisp crackers for a delightful starter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 4 oz goat cheese, softened
03 - ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
08 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Herb Coating

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
12 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest

→ Serving

13 - 30 to 40 assorted crackers (use gluten-free crackers if desired)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, goat cheese, cheddar, chives, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth and well combined.
02 - Spoon the cheese mixture onto plastic wrap, forming an 8-inch log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm.
03 - In a shallow dish, combine parsley, dill, chives, and lemon zest.
04 - Unwrap the chilled log and roll it evenly in the herb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
05 - Place the cheese log on a serving platter and arrange crackers in a ring around it. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready. Allow to sit 10 minutes at room temperature before serving for optimal texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Creamy and tangy flavor
  • Elegant presentation with crackers
02 -
  • For added flavor, roll the cheese log in chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts before the herbs
  • Substitute goat cheese with feta or blue cheese for a different profile
03 -
  • Chill the log long enough to keep its shape when rolling in herbs
  • Let sit at room temperature before serving to enhance flavor and texture
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