# Ingredients:
→ Cheese Log
01 - 8 oz goat cheese, softened
02 - ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
03 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, optional
04 - 1 tsp honey
05 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Berry Garnish
06 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
07 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
08 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
09 - 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn, optional
→ For Serving
10 - Crackers or baguette slices, gluten-free if needed
# Instructions:
01 - In a medium bowl, gently mix softened goat cheese, chopped dried cranberries, thyme if using, honey, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly incorporated.
02 - Place the mixture onto plastic wrap, shaping it into a log. Wrap tightly, smooth the surface, and chill in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to firm.
03 - Gently toss strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and torn mint leaves in a separate bowl until combined.
04 - Unwrap the chilled goat cheese log and set it on a serving platter. Arrange the fresh berries attractively around the log.
05 - Present immediately alongside crackers or baguette slices of choice.
