Three types of cheese snacks with crackers

12 servings

75 minutes

Three types of cheese appetizers with crackers are a true celebration of flavor inspired by Italian cuisine. Italians love cheeses in various forms, and this recipe combines three textures and aromas. Creamy cheese paired with cranberry and apple-ginger chutney creates a balance of sweetness and tartness. Feta with shallots and pecans adds zest and crunch, while aromatic goat cheese with herbs brings freshness. Each bite with a cracker reveals new flavor nuances, making this appetizer versatile — perfect for elegant aperitifs, cozy evenings, and festive tables. Presentation depends on creativity: it can be garnished with herbs, nuts, or fruits to create a true culinary masterpiece.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 665.4
• Proteins: 21.4g
• Fats: 49.8g
• Carbohydrates: 40.8g

Ingredients

• Butter: 120 g
• Cream cheese: 600 g
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Worcestershire sauce: 0.5 tsp
• Ground red pepper: 0.3 tsp
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground white pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Dried cranberries: 150 g
• Cheddar cheese: 300 g
• Shallots: 1 head
• Feta cheese: 200 g
• Chopped pecans: 170 g
• Goat cheese: 200 g
• Green onions: 35 g
• Parsley: 25 g
• Crackers: 500 g

Cooking steps

1. Mix room temperature butter, cream cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 120 g
   • Cream cheese: 600 g
   • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Worcestershire sauce: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground red pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Sea salt:  to taste
   • Ground white pepper: 0.5 teaspoon

2. Divide the mixture evenly into three separate bowls.

3. In the first bowl, add grated cheddar cheese, cranberries, and 40 g of apple-ginger chutney, and mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cheddar cheese: 300 g
   • Dried cranberries: 150 g
   • Feta cheese: 200 g
   • Shallots: 1 head
   • Chopped pecans: 170 g

4. In the second bowl, add crumbled feta, shallot, and chopped pecans - mix well.

5. In the third bowl, add goat cheese, chopped green onions, and chopped parsley - mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Goat cheese: 200 g
   • Green onions: 35 g
   • Parsley: 25 g

6. Lay plastic wrap on the work surface, place one type of snack on it, roll it up, and shape it with your hands. Repeat with the remaining two snacks. Place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

7. Prepare a dish large enough to serve three types of cheese and crackers.

8. Carefully unwrap the snacks and place them on a plate along with crackers (various types are allowed).

   Required ingredients:

   • Crackers: 500 g

9. Decorate before serving, using all your creative potential!