# What You’ll Need:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, gently mix softened goat cheese, chopped dried cranberries, thyme (if using), honey, and black pepper until just blended.
02 - Transfer mixture onto plastic wrap, shape into a log, wrap tightly, smooth the surface, and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to firm.
03 - Toss fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and torn mint leaves (if using) gently in a bowl.
04 - Unwrap the firm goat cheese log, place it on a serving platter, arrange berries around it, and serve immediately with crackers or baguette slices.
