This cranberry goat cheese log only takes 3 ingredients and about 5 minutes to make, so it’s an easy one to pull together before a party. Serve it with your favorite gluten-free crackers.
I started making these after seeing cranberry goat cheese logs at the grocery story and realizing I could make my own with ingredients I already had on hand. There are lots of variations out there, but I kept mine simple. Just goat cheese, cinnamon and dried cranberries. It really lets the goat cheese shine.
Expert Tips
Storage
Store any leftover cranberry goat cheese log in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months, must wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Let it thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Add it to a cheese board. Set it out whole with an assortment of gluten-free crackers and let guests slice off pieces themselves. It’s also a great addition to a bigger Fall Harvest Charcuterie Board, alongside other easy appetizers like Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese.
- Spread it on toast. It’s not just for crackers, try a bit on your morning toast or gluten-free bagel instead of cream cheese.
- Pair it with a cocktail. It’s a natural fit alongside an Easy Cranberry Mimosa for a holiday brunch or party spread.
Cranberry Goat Cheese Log
Ingredients
- 4 oz goat cheese
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Instructions
- Let goat cheese soften slightly on the counter while you’re preparing the cranberries.
- Roughly chop the dried cranberries. Mix together with the ground cinnamon.
- Place cranberry cinnamon mixture onto a flat plate.
- Carefully roll the goat cheese log into the dried cranberries until all sides are covered. You may have to press some of the cranberries into the goat cheese log with your hands to get it to stick.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Notes
- Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months tightly wrapped. Thaw in the refrigerator.
- Serving size: Each serving is about ½ ounce.
- Make ahead: Roll it on parchment paper for the easiest cleanup, then keep it wrapped in the fridge until ready to serve.
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Can’t wait to try this! Back in the day my mum used plastic wrap instead of hands to apply coating ie. she’d put caviar on the wrap, lay a log of liverwurst (poor man’s pate) and wrap around the plastic to cover. I don’t like touching gooey stuff so will use the wrap too!
Such a great idea, Heather! I hope you enjoy it 🙂
I am going to try this today. I even make my own goat cheese, so let’s see how it goes.
Oh wow! Can’t wait to hear how it goes! Especially with your homemade goat cheese 🙂
How long will this save for?
Hi Audra. I realize I am very late in the game; but did you get an answer to your question?
I served my cranberry goat cheese roll at Thanksgiving. Since I was only serving to three of us and had a lot food, I have 3/4 left and would love to serve it at Christmas time. I am not sure freezing it is a good idea or will it be safe and fine to serve if wrapped appropriately??
Hi Jacqueline! I know I already sent you a message but wanted to put the answer here too for anyone else who has the same question! I usually would eat it within 5 days if refrigerated but you can also freeze it for up to 2 months. Just wrap it in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container in the freezer. Hope this helps!
What GF crackers do you suggest with this? The ones in the picture look yummy!
The ones in the picture are Mary’s Gone Crackers Super Seed crackers. I also love the Simple Mills Rosemary crackers with this!
I’m so glad I saw this recipe. I had cranberry goat cheese log at Christmas and it was a fabulously delicious combination. I’m now going to the store for some goat cheese, see you later! 😃
So glad you found my recipe, Patsy!
Perfect blend of flavors and ingredients to make it stick to the goat cheese. Delicious!
I’m so glad you liked it, Marilyn! Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I appreciate it!
I’m so excited to try this. Thanks for sharing this recipe. May I ask what is one serving size?? One ounce??
Hi Donna, Each serving is 1/2 ounce. Hope this helps!
Thank you so much for this wonderful idea! I work in a catering dept at a local university and I need to make cheese displays all the time. I made this over the weekend for a presentation at a university president event and it was a huge hit! So simple but so impressive. I received Many compliments all thanks to you.
I saw someone ask about GF crackers. I am not gf but need to serve many who are my favorite cracker is Good Thins rice crackers simply sea salt. Very flavorful and they are not all broken in the box!
I’m glad the goat cheese log was well liked at your event! Good Thins are one of my favorites, but also really liking both Milton’s and Simple Mills crackers these days if you need more options for your guests!
I just made it for a event tonight. I have bought this at Sam’s Club but they stopped carrying it. I put mine after rolling it on a dish on parchment paper then covered it with the rest of the cranberries wrapped it up and rolled it and pressed the rest of the cranberries into it it worked great. And just left it wrapped up till the party tonight.
I had it for the first time on Thanksgiving. I couldn’t believe how yummy it was!! I’m going to make it for Christmas Eve!!!