Macadamia Cheese Log
Elevate your next appetizer spread with this creamy, flavorful Macadamia Cheese Log, a plant-based twist on a party classic! Made with raw macadamia nuts blended to velvety perfection and infused with zesty lemon juice, savory nutritional yeast, and aromatic garlic and onion powder, this cheese log boasts a rich, nutty base. Chopped fresh rosemary, thyme, and sweet dried cranberries lend bursts of earthy and tangy flavors, while an optional pistachio and parsley crust adds an irresistible crunch. With a quick 15-minute prep time and no cooking required, this vegan and dairy-free recipe is as simple as it is stunning. Perfect for pairing with crackers, crusty bread, or crisp veggies, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw macadamia nuts
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Chopped pistachios (optional, for coating)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional, for coating)
Instructions
Soak the raw macadamia nuts in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse well.
In a food processor or high-powered blender, combine the soaked macadamia nuts, 1/2 cup of water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. This may take 3-5 minutes depending on your appliance.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the chopped rosemary, thyme, and cranberries until evenly distributed.
Place a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper on a flat surface. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the center and shape it into a log. Use the wrap or paper to firmly roll and shape the cheese log, twisting the ends to secure.
Refrigerate the cheese log for at least 1-2 hours to firm up.
For the optional coating, spread the chopped pistachios and parsley on a plate. Unwrap the chilled cheese log and gently roll it in the mixture until evenly coated.
Serve the cheese log with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3691 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 362.4 g | 465% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.4 g | 287% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1214 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.0 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.6 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.9 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 22.6 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 2533 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
