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Boursin Cream Cheese Log with Cranberry Glaze

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Boursin-Cream Cheese Log with Cranberry Glaze is a showstopping holiday appetizer that blends creamy, herby cheese with sweet and tangy cranberry goodness. The combination of smooth Boursin, rich cream cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a luscious honey-cranberry glaze makes every bite irresistible. It’s the perfect balance of savory and sweet, ideal for festive gatherings, cocktail parties, or cozy nights in with loved ones. Easy to prepare yet impressively elegant, this cheese log will quickly become your go-to holiday favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz Boursin cheese (garlic and herb flavor)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Crackers or sliced baguette for serving

Instructions

  1. Blend the cheeses: In a medium bowl, combine the Boursin cheese and softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add mix-ins: Stir in chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, fresh parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper until evenly incorporated.
  3. Shape and chill: Form the mixture into a log (or ball for a round presentation). Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  4. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce and honey until well combined. Adjust sweetness as desired.
  5. Assemble and serve: Unwrap the chilled cheese log and place it on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the cranberry glaze, letting some pool at the base.
  6. Garnish and enjoy: Top with extra chopped walnuts and parsley if desired. Serve with crackers or toasted baguette slices.

Notes

  1. Cheese Consistency: Make sure both cheeses are at room temperature before mixing this ensures a smooth, spreadable texture.
  2. Chilling Time: The cheese log needs at least 2 hours to firm up, but it can be made a day ahead for maximum convenience.
  3. Glaze Sweetness: Taste your cranberry sauce before mixing if it’s already sweet, you may want to reduce the honey slightly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook / Chill
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 2 oz)
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Fat: 26 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

Keywords: Boursin cheese log, holiday appetizer, cranberry glaze, cream cheese spread, Christmas party dip

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