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Festive 15-Minute Cheese Delight

Festive 15-Minute Cheese Delight

Whip up this Festive 15-Minute Cheese Delight for a creamy, sweet-savory appetizer that's quick, easy, and perfect for any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g softened cream cheese
  • 100 g grated cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup almonds or chopped nuts
  • 0.5 cup dried blueberries
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 zest of 1 orange
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Hand mixer
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  1. Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, honey, orange zest, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  1. Fold in the chopped nuts and dried blueberries gently.
  1. Spoon the mixture into a greased mold or a lined bowl and press down firmly.
  1. Chill in the fridge for at least two hours.
  1. Unmold onto a serving plate and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a twist, swap almonds for walnuts or pecans, and use dried cranberries instead of blueberries. This cheese delight can be prepared a day in advance for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days, or freeze for later use. Let the cheese come to room temperature before serving for the best taste and texture. Experiment with different cheeses or spices to suit your preferences; a sprinkle of cayenne pepper can add a fun kick!
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