Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on May 27, 2024
5 from 22 votes
An easy, impressive and crazy-delicious appetizer with butter-toasted pecans, fresh herbs and dried fruit, this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log will wow everyone!

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When you serve this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log to family, friends and guests, you'll hear lots of little sighs and words, like "wow!", "yum". "whoa!", "mmm!" With creamy goat cheese crisp, butter-toasted pecans, fresh herbs, bits of dried cranberry (or other dried fruit) and a drizzle of sweet honey, this is a crowd-pleasing showstopper!

Horizontal closeup photo of an appetizer tray featuring a Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log drizzled with honey, crackers and garnished with parsley.

I love having an appetizer that both grownups and kids enjoy, one that looks impressive but that's easy to put together and doesn't call for a lot of unusual ingredients. This Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log checks all the boxes!

What to serve with this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log

I like to serve this goat cheese log with an assortment of crackers, but it's also delicious with crostini. To make crostini, simply slice up a small baguette, arrange the slices on a sheet pan, drizzle with oil and bake until crisp and golden. For those who are gluten-free or counting calories, a nice alternative option to crackers or crostini would be crisp celery sticks.

Vertical extreme closeup photo of a Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log on a wood appetizer tray.

A few easy steps

How do you make this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log? It won't take long, but here are just a few important steps. First of all, take the time (about a minute) to bring a cup of water to a boil in the microwave (or stovetop, if you prefer). Add the dried cranberries and let them "plump" for a few minutes. Then drain and set them aside to cool.

While the cranberries cool, melt a pat of butter in a pan. Add the pecans with a pinch of salt and stir, stir, stir until the pecans are golden and fragrant (2-3 minutes). Now, while the pecans cool, take out a sharp knife and chop up the cranberries and a handful of fresh herbs.

Just a few more steps... Combine the crisp buttery pecans, cranberries and herbs. Then add half of this toasted nut mixture to the goat cheese, reserve the other half for rolling.

Place a piece of plastic wrap on a work surface, add the herby goat cheese and roll it up into a log. I like to chill the log at this point, in the refrigerator if I have time (30-45 minutes) or a short stint (10 minutes) in the freezer.

The final step is easy and fun. Spread the reserved pecan mixture out on a piece of plastic wrap, parchment or wax paper. Unwrap the chilled goat cheese log and roll until it's well coated. At this point, it's easy to shape into a nice log. All that's left is to pull out a serving platter and some crackers and wait for the "wows"!

The sweet crowning glory

You can serve this appetizer as is but, for a lovely presentation and flavor enhancement, drizzle a bit of your favorite honey over this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log just before serving. The sweet, sticky honey pairs so nicely with the crisp, buttery pecans, bright fresh herbs and creamy goat cheese. It's the crème de la crème!

Free printable labels

This makes a beautiful gift for hostesses, co-workers, friends, neighbors, teachers... anyone you want to spread a little holiday cheer to! And to make your gifts even cheerier (is that a word?), we've created a set of free printable labels, one to attach to your gifts and the other with storage instructions. To receive the PDFs for the labels, simply enter your name and email in the window below. That's it! You'll receive the labels, instructions for printing, links for the jars in this post, and fresh recipe inspiration from The Café!

Get your free printable labels

Includes two labels: one decorative, the second with storage directions.

For those of you who enjoy sharing homemade gifts with others, this makes a lovely gift with a nice box of crackers or a bag of homemade crostini. I've created two labels I like to attach when gifting this delicious savory treat. The first simply says Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log and the second gives serving instructions.

If you'd like to download the PDF, simply enter your email below and we'll take you straight to the page where you can print your labels. We've included links for the boxes and ribbon you see in the pictures.

Bon appétit and happy entertaining!

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Café Tips for making this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log

  • Feel free to vary the herbs in this recipe. Sometimes I sub fresh basil for the parsley. If you don't care for rosemary, exchange it for thyme. And although I think fresh herbs are best, in a pinch you could use a spoonful of Italian seasoning or herbes de Provence instead (you'll just need to back down on the amount since dried herbs are more concentrated than fresh).
  • The same thing is true with the dried cranberries. Golden raisins, dried currants, dried apricots or dates would all be delicious in lieu of the cranberries.
  • This recipe calls for an 8-ounce log of goat cheese. This will easily feed 8-12 guests as an appetizer. The recipe can be halved though, to feed a smaller number of people. Both 4 and 8-ounce logs of goat cheese are available in most larger grocery stores. Look in the specialty cheese area.
  • Don't care for goat cheese? You could use this same recipe with cream cheese, although I might add some finely shredded Cheddar or Parmesan to pizzazz the flavor a bit.
  • You can make this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log a few days in advance and it will be delicious. However, if you're not in a rush, roll the log in the pecan mixture fairly close to serving time.
  • Chopping the pecans for this recipe is no big deal, but to make things super easy when I'm entertaining and have a long list of other tasks, I like to keep a bag of these finely chopped pecans stashed away.
  • I usually let my goat cheese sit out for 30-40 minutes to allow it to soften before adding the pecans, herbs, etc. but if I'm in a hurry, 10-20 seconds in the microwave does the trick nicely!

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I know what it is to be in need,
and I know what it is to have plenty.
I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation,
whether well fed or hungry,
whether living in plenty or in want.
I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Phillippians 4:12-13

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Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log

Chris Scheuer
An easy, impressive and crazy-delicious appetizer with butter-toasted pecans, fresh herbs and dried fruit, this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log will wow everyone!
5 from 22 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 24 1 tablespoon servings
Calories 49

Ingredients
 
 

  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon butter, (I use salted)
  • ½ cup finely chopped pecans
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 8 ounce log of goat cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • honey, for drizzling

Instructions
 

  1. Bring a half cup of water to a boil in the microwave (or on the stovetop). Add the cranberries and let them sit for 2 minutes. Drain well and set aside to cool.
  2. Heat a small sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add the butter and swirl the pan until melted. Add the pecans and salt. Increase the heat slightly and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the pecans are golden and fragrant. Remove from the heat and transfer the pecans to a medium-size bowl to cool.
  3. Transfer the plumped cranberries to a cutting board and chop medium-fine with a sharp knife. Add the cranberries and chopped herbs to the bowl with the pecans. Stir to combine.
  4. Place the softened goat cheese in a medium-size bowl and stir until creamy. Add half of the pecan mixture and stir to combine.
  5. Place a sheet of plastic wrap (about 14-16-inches long) on a work surface. Transfer the goat cheese mixture to the center of the plastic wrap. Bring the plastic wrap up over the cheese and mold the mixture into a log shape (similar to the original goat cheese log). Refrigerate for 30-40 minutes or freeze for 10 minutes.
  6. Place another sheet of plastic wrap or a sheet of parchment or wax paper on a work surface. Spread the remaining pecan mixture out to an even layer. Unwrap the goat cheese log and roll in the nut mixture, pressing gently to coat. Be sure to coat the ends too. Once the log is coated with the nut mixture, you can shape it again as desired. Refrigerate if making in advance.
  7. To serve, remove the log from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes in advance then drizzle with honey before serving. Sprinkle with more fresh herbs, if desired. Serve with crackers, crostini or celery sticks.

Notes

Want to dress this up for gifting?
Download our free printable Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log labels right
here. They include two labels: one decorative and one with storage instructions.
Recipe inspired by Carlsbad Cravings.

Nutrition

Calories: 49kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 61mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 131IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American

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327 Comments

  1. Oh, I can't wait to make this for our Thanksgiving feast! So beautifully done! Thank you for sharing this with all of us. We are grateful to you and, I would love to use your labels, please? Thank you and blessings of the season to you and your loved ones.

  2. Goat cheese rolls are easy to make. The combination you have suggested and the drizzled honey makes it especially top notch. Thanks for this recipe. Please send me the labels to make it extra special for gift giving.

  3. I’d love to make a couple of these and divide them for gifts. Could you please send me the labels?
    Thank you and the new site design is beautiful. Although I am not a traditionally religious person, your bible quote often bring me comfort.

  4. Hi there! I would love to have the labels for the pecan goat cheese log. I also want to know where to get the boxes you uses for gifting this appetizer. Many thanks! I have used many of your recipes many times, over and over (get the message)! Thank you! Happy Holidays to you and your family!

  5. Hello, I love goat cheese. I also love to give food as gifts. Could you please email the labels.
    Thanks,

    Barb

  6. I plan on making these as family gifts this year. Will you please send me the labels?
    Thank you for the great recipes. I found your site while looking for an air fryer cauliflower recipe....yours is delicious!

  7. Looking forward to serving this at our Christmas gathering! I am on a 🐐 🧀 kick!

    Can you send me the pdf for the labels?

    Thank you!

  8. Served this delicious treat on Thanksgiving - what a crowd pleaser!!
    Can hardly wait to make and give as holiday gift. Please send me the labels! Thank you.

  9. I Love all your recipes Chris, they are so simple yet taste like you have spent the whole day in the kitchen. Thank you for making my world delicious and uncomplicated. Would love the labels for your buttered pecan goat cheese log. Thank you so very much,
    Regards,
    Brigitte

  10. Hi Chris and Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

    Can't wait to take this yummy log to our family's holiday brunch so I would greatly appreciate your sending me its printable label template.
    Thanks, and thanks as well for suggesting your GF option for serving. I always hope & look for those GF options when I receive your recipe e-mails. So helpful! Gayle

  11. This sounds absolutely delicious - don’t want to go back to the store (for goat cheese) but think I will greet the masses still shopping for turkey day - could you please send me the cute labels - thank you and Happy Thanksgiving !

  12. This appetizer sounds delicious. I will make it for a hostess gift for Thanksgiving.
    Please send me the labels that go with this as I may include it with a couple of gifts I'm
    making.

    Chris, Thank you for all of your delicious recipes.
    Carolyn

  13. I made this for our Halloween party at work and it was a HIT! I found a goat cheese log that had cranberries on the outside with cinnamon, so I used that, but still added the cranberries the recipe called for. So yummy!

  14. As always, your recipes are delicious and the labels send them over the top with the beautiful presentation as a gift. Thank you so much
    Please send me the labels for the creamery goat cheese log.

  15. Another winning recipe for gift-giving and selfish indulgence! Thank you for your continued creativity! Please send labels for future use!

      1. I am taking this recipe to my son’s for the holiday weekend and I know we all will enjoy this delicious-looking dip recipe.
        And could you please send your free printable labels so I can add it to the recipe for my daughter-in-law.
        Many thanks!
        Susan

  16. Decided to make this for our Christmas gathering, belated in Jan., and I am so glad I did! it sounded great, and I have loved all the recipes I have tried of yours. Serving tomorrow, so I made today, saving just a bit out to try on a cracker for myself….instantly happy with how great it tasted! The herbs seemed to make quite a difference, and the cranberries and pecans with that little bit of butter sent it over the top. My husband is not crazy about goat cheese, so I used 3 oz. of cream cheese to soften goat cheese flavor just a bit, and it worked really well. Can’t wait to serve it to our family! I rolled the log in the herb mixture by mistake before putting in the fridge, hoping that won’t make a big difference……thanks so much for all your delicious and foolproof recipes!

  17. This is delicious. I made it for Thanksgiving and it was a hit with everyone who tried it. The second time I made it I added some orange zest and it was even better. I love the orange crasin combination. All of your recipes are terrific and go together quickly with readily available ingredients. Thank you for a great one.

  18. This is one of our favorite appetizers. My family all loves it. When making for a large crowd, we will add 8ounces of cream cheese to the mix. The flavor of the goat cheese is only slightly tamed down and makes it easier for those new to goat cheese. We love so many of your recipes, so many of room to list them all!

  19. Can’t wait to make this, as gifts but also for myself.
    Please send the printable labels. Thank you so much, love your recipes!

      1. I can’t wait to make this recipe to take to my sons for the Holiday weekend. Could you please send your free printable labels so I can attach one to the recipe for my daughter-in-law?
        Many thanks. 🙏
        Susan

  20. Thanks for the delicious recipe of the pecan cranberry goat cheese log! My daughter can only eat goat cheese and we definitely needed more creative ways to serve it. Please send your pdf giving labels to print. Thank you for all the delish recipes.

  21. I’ve enjoyed so many of your wonderful recipes and so appreciate the labels you sometimes have for them for gift giving! I’d love to have the pdf for the labels for this too please.

  22. Picture perfect! I know what I am taking to my son's home Christmas Eve! Please send me the labels, I already have the box and now will order that ribbon. Thanks so much. Sandra Lee

  23. OH! What a great gift idea!!! Thank you!
    I hope you will be able to send me your labels to finish the gift off!!
    Thank you & have a very blessed Thanksgiving!!
    Kris

  24. I'd love the labels for this cheese log. I plan to make it in the next week or so for my holiday charcuetrie boards and gifts. Thanks!!!

  25. As always, I LOVE this year's holiday recipes - as well as all of your other recipes. I'm a big fan of goat cheese logs, and I can't wait to make this recipe of yours, because it looks so special, and yummy. Would you please send me the free printable labels for this recipe, and, if possible the link to where you purchased the gift boxes. Thanks so much,
    Debbie

  26. This recipe looks delicious! Looking forward to making several.
    Actually, sounds rather healthy. May I please have the printable for the cheese log.
    Thanks.
    Happy Thanksgiving!

    1. Hi Audrey, the labels were not able to be delivered. It says they were blocked due to spam content. You may need to update your email settings to receive them.

  27. I just love all your recipes. They have made entertaining and fun again. Please send the labels for this delicious goat cheese appetizer. Thank you!

  28. Looks yum and love all the ingredients in it. I will definitely make it soon. Can you please send me the printable labels as I would love to share the made up log.
    Thanks

  29. This looks delicious! One for them and one for me.

    I’d appreciate the labels, please.

    Thanks

  30. My family LOVES this recipe! I often use a dried fruit mix of cranberries, cherries and golden Rasins. For guests who don't yet know they like goat cheese I mix in equal amounts of cream cheese. The Leftovers are great the next day as well. My Son, who is not a big cheese eater, retrieved them it from the fridge the next day and asked if he could finish it off! We love so many of your recipes. Getting ready to make Lemon Curd for the Shortbread crust tart. Another family favorite. Thank you, Chris!

  31. I just need a bit of clarification: In recipe you say to:
    Unwrap the chilled goat cheese log and roll until it's well coated. At this point, it's easy to shape into a nice log.

    In the tips, you say::
    I usually let my goat cheese sit out for 30-40 minutes to allow it to soften before adding the pecans, herbs, etc. .....

    Which is best, to roll it in the pecan mixture when the cheese roll is chilled or roll it in the pecan mixture when it has sat out for 30-40 minutes?

    I am making this in advance 1 day and will wait to a hour or so before serving to roll it in the pecan mixture so I am not in a rush.

    1. Hi Edie, sorry if that was confusing. I was actually talking about 2 different steps. In the tips, I'm talking about softening the cheese a bit before adding the pecans and herbs so it's easy to mix (before you roll it into a log and refrigerate). In the recipe directions, I'm talking about rolling the chilled log with the remaining pecans and herbs. Hope that makes sense.

    1. Hi Chris, I am excited to try your Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log.
      It will make a excellent gift for some special friends of mine. Will you send me the PDF for your labels.
      I really like your ridiculous easy scone recipes. They have brought lots of compliments when taken to get togetherness. Thanking you. Danny Powell

  32. I would love to have the labels please. Also, what kind of box is in the photos above to present these gorgeous logs? Can I get them at Amazon?

  33. Happy Thanksgiving-
    Our guest brought this to us today as an appetizer- it disappeared! The honey makes it!
    Please send me some labels- it’s going to be my new go to Appy this holiday season!

  34. I would so love to have the printable labels for the Buttered Peccan Goat Cheese Log. This will be a wonderful gift for family and friends. Thank you for sharing your time and talents!

  35. You just hit the spot with this cheese log…and having the labels would be delightful…thank you for all of your creatively! I love following all you do!

  36. Had free bag of mozzarella cheese, added cube cream cheese, mixed chopped small jar cherries with half juice, pecans with honey-butter slow cooked. Rolled out, chilled 2 hrs, and quite the hit for get together!! I can always depend upon you to give me ideas! Thank you!

  37. Again, as always, I love your labels. I love to cook, am an 80 year old widow, so I am always giving aways food. Your labels always make it that much more special. I would love the labels for the Butter-pecan goat cheese. thank you!

  38. I would love to get the PSF file . We’re having a neighborhood get together and I think this cheese log would be a high hit.

  39. What a fantastic idea for an easter bruch appetizer. I am subbing dried cherries for the cranberries to make it more springlike. I have Japanese cherry blossoms on my trees and will make sakura to flavor the honey. I might roll some dried cherry blossoms into the cheese as well. Please send the labels. Cant wait to gift this! Victoria

  40. LOVE this recipe as much as I love cheese...and cheese is my #1 food! Can you please send me the free printable PDF of these labels? I have other cheese lovers in my circle who would greatly appreciate this gift! Thank you!

  41. Just received your lovely Christmas Marmalade labels today, and I was so pleased. Thank you so much. I would really love it if you could send me these labels, too. This cheese log looks so amazing and spectacular. I'm not positive I'd love Goat Cheese, but I am willing to try it.

    1. The buttered Pecan Goat cheese log is as delish as it looks in the pics. I cant wait to try one of your cracker recipes. Also TY for the info and downloads for the labels!

  42. I can't wait to try this goat cheese log! I would love to have the labels! Thanks for all your delicious recipes. Happy New Year!

  43. I love your ridiculously easy recipes and thank you for so many good ones. Please send me the link for the goat cheese log labels.

  44. Chris and Scott,

    Love all of your recipes. I would be thrilled if you had more grain-free baking. Could you send the labels?
    Thank you very much!

  45. I've made a batch of fig spread and goat cheese log for gifts!!! Could you please send me the labels!! It's going to be a good Christmas!!

  46. You must be a mind reader! I was going to ask if this could be made with cream cheese when I saw your answer in the comments. Adding cheddar or parmesan cheese to the cream cheese is a good idea. Thanks!
    Please send the pretty labels.

  47. Perfect colors in this Appetizer for this Thanksgiving and Christmas. Looks yummy and it is terrific. Thanks for sharing. I would like to receive the labels. Thanks.

  48. Oh Chrus, this looks sooo lovely and festive, can't wait to make it. The labels would be great, Thanks, Colleen

  49. Please send cute labels. This looks like a novel item to sell at our Thanksgiving bazaar freezer booth . Do you think it would freeze well?
    Thanks so much.

  50. Looks delicious! Going to make a trial run of it tomorrow then put it on the menue for thanksgiving! Please send labels !
    Thank you so much! Always appreciate your great recipes and fun labels!
    Jacqui

  51. Hi, Chris, I enjoy your recipes and the labels are a bonus. Thanks for sending me the Buttered pecan goat cheese log recipe labels.

  52. To Chris & Scott

    Just love goat cheese in this house and we are looking forward to planning our board with it on it. Very attractive. Would love it if you could send the labels as well. Thankyou very much M

  53. So looking forward to serving this beautiful appetizer at my next get together.
    Please send the labels, thank you!

  54. Oh my, Chris ... this weekend is going to be wonderfully busy - this makes the third recipe (just got ALL the ingredients) of yours I will be making along with your Rosemary Pecan Raincoast Crackers and Strawberry Habanero Pepper Jam - can't wait to "sample" each one!! Could I please also get your labels for the Butter Pecan Goat Cheese Log - it's going to be a fun (and tasty) Saturday!
    Thank you so much!

  55. I will definitely try out this fantastic recipe. Please email me free printable PDF of the labels. Thank you

  56. Thank you! All our favorites wrapped up in one present!
    Please send the PDF with the cute labels.
    Your news is yummy!

  57. I'm new to this site and love it, especially looking forward to the Pumpkin bread!
    Can you send me the pdf for the lables please, thanks and Happy New Year.

    Jeri

  58. Friends over this weekend and I must try this gorgeous cheese log! And please send the labels too, as I love to gift goodies 😊 thank you!!

    1. Staying with my daughter and son-in-law this New Year so this will be a perfect festive contribution. Would love a copy of your PDF labels Chris as I love all the ingredients in this log and know it will be in my giveaway list. Happy New Year.🥂

  59. Looking forward to trying yet another winner recipe from the Cafe! Always reliably delicious! Please share the labels.

    Thank you kindly, and have a Happy, blessed New Year!

  60. Hi ❤️❤️❤️all the recipes I’ve read and tried would like to receive the PDF I think your labels are great

  61. So behind on my emails that I missed this one in time for this year, but saving for next year! Please share the labels. Thanks!

  62. Ummm! Goat cheese...my favorite. Did nt see anything about this recipe that wouldn’t be wonderful! Please send the pdf file for labels.

    Thanks.

  63. I agree, this looks like a really nice hostess gift~~maybe for a party next year :/
    Could you please send me the pdf?

    Have a wonderful holiday and thanks for all the great food!

  64. Please send me the pdf!! I Love this idea. Going to the store now to get the ingredients for last minute gifts and eats.

  65. I want to let you know how much I appreciate your web page and recipes!
    When I scrolled to the bottom and saw your "thought for the day" and your inspirational music,
    I was really encouraged and proud of your "quiet" witness. I would like to request your pdf tag for
    the Goat Cheese recipe. It looks yummy! Merry Christmas, thank you and God bless!

    1. Thank you, Susan 💕 I really appreciate your kind and encouraging words. Sending you the labels now. Merry Christmas!

  66. Hi Chris,

    This looks so festive and yummy. How could one not make this delicious appy. I would love the labels please. Also I missed the labels for The Brown Sugar Honey Shortbread. Would it be possible to receive those as well.

    Happy Holidays, Stay Safe, Bonnie

  67. Chris and Scott, Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Yesr. The cheese log looks very festive and so good. Would love the pdf labels. Thanks so much.

  68. Oh, it looks so yummy. I look forward to try it for the New Year. Thanks Chris and Scott. Best wishes for a Happy Christmas and a happy New Year. May God bless you and your family. Will you please send me the tag pdf. I will surely prepare some of these logs for my family and friends. Thanks.

  69. So yummy looking! Friends are moving over the holidays, celebrating a family member's B-Day and Christmas of course!
    I am sure they would enjoy receiving this delicious appetizer, along with my raincoast crackers I made from your recipe.
    Please forward to me the PDF labels. Thank you.
    Merry Christmas!

  70. Hello again!

    This cheese log is beautiful. What a great gift it will make. Could I please have the labels for that professional finish?

    I made your Roasted Tomato Lentil Soup Caprese for dinner tonight. It was delicious and the presentation was so nice I felt like I was in a bistro. I really miss being in a bistro.... In addition to olive oil, I drizzled a bit of basalmic over the baby heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella and basil leaves. I added a pinch of my favorite sea salt and fresh ground pepper. The flavor was amazing and the texture was perfect thanks to my immersion blender. Thank you for your great recipes that make me look like I know what I'm doing!

  71. HI,
    I love your recipes, and the stories that you share with us. I look forward to making this cheese log, sounds delicious and i like the ability to substitute different flavor profiles. Please send me the pdf - thanks deb

  72. Hi Chris,
    What would be a good sub for the rosemary (just don't care for it) Would love to have the label PDF, Thank you !

    1. Hi Cindy, I think thyme would be a wonderful sub. I have also used basil but, with basil, you could add more. If using basil, I would bump it up to two tablespoons.

  73. Hi Chris,
    I don't know how you do it to come up with such wonderful ideas, I have 5 grandchildren and whenever they come for dinner or lunch and sometimes breakfast they always ask if I'm going to make a platter, meaning an antipasto platter being italian that is our tradition before we dig into the main course. This log is so pretty it will definetly make it to our Christmas platter. May I please have the labels I would like to make extra and give one to my daughter and one to my daughter-in-law to take home to enjoy.
    Thank you and I wish you and your family a Blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year
    Brigitte

    1. Thank you, Brigitte! What an awesome tradition that your grandchildren will always remember! I love it! We'll be happy to send you the labels.

  74. Thinking I’ll try this with cream cheese instead of goat cheese. The rest of the family doesn’t like goat cheese. Thanks for all the great recipes

  75. With Covid I was thinking of sending my neighbours a little appetizer tray anyway.....homemade sourdough crackers and this log would be great! Could I please have a copy of the labels as well. Thanks as always! I really enjoy your posts and recipes. Merry Christmas!

  76. Your log looks and sounds awesome! Thank you for this lovely idea as a gift as well. Merry Christmas!!
    Xo Anna and Liz

  77. Hi Chris!

    I have enjoyed making your jams with your custom labels! This looks exciting! Please send the pdf.....

    Thank you so much!
    Sylvia

  78. Looks so good. Such a great idea for gift giving.
    I made strawberry jam and also the shortbread
    and the labels were a lovely addition.
    Please send me the pdf for the cheese log.

    Merry Christmas to you and your family.
    🎅🏻🧑🏻‍🎄🎄💖

  79. Yes I will make this !!
    Please send the labels. I took advice and was able to print the other labels and they are happily on their way to California.
    Sadly without me this year but still will be enjoyed.
    Sud

    1. Aww, I know what you mean, Sue. Lord willing, we'll all be able to be together next year! We'll send the labels now. Merry Christmas~

  80. Chris, every time I open your emails I find one glorious recipe after another!!! It a pleasure to see your creativity and your gorgeous pictures. I’m planning on making this for New Years. Can’t quite get it done for Christmas. I would love to receive your PDF files. And thank you for including the scriptures.

    1. So nice to hear from you, Carol! Hope you're doing well. We'll send the labels now. Merry Christmas!! 💕🎄💕

  81. Oh, Chris, this looks so yummy and a lot less trouble than a cheese ball. Please send the labels. And a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Scott.!

  82. Would love to have the label pdf.
    Have enjoyed making and will be sharing many of your dishes with our family over the holidays.
    Thank you for all your good works. Have a glorious Christmas and blessed New Year.
    Dixie

  83. This looks wonderful...I'm going to make it for Christmas Eve.

    I've love a copy of the label please.

    Thank you!