Cranberry Pistachio Goat Cheese Log

goat cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cream cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cream cheese is often less expensive and can provide a similar creamy texture.

dried cranberries

🥗Healthier: dried cherries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are a more economical option while still adding sweetness.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts provide a similar crunch at a lower cost.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Sugar syrup is a budget-friendly sweetener that works well.

On a cutting board or flat surface, roughly chop the cranberries and pistachios.

Zest about half an orange.

In a large bowl, mix the chopped pistachios, cranberries, orange zest, and honey until well combined.

Transfer the mixture onto a cutting board or sheet pan and roll the goat cheese log onto the mixture until fully coated.

Serve the cheese log with crackers or crostini and drizzle with more honey, if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens