East Indian Cheese Logs

Elevate your appetizer game with these vibrant and flavorful East Indian Cheese Logs! This no-cook, 20-minute recipe combines creamy cheese with aromatic Indian spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric for a bold, exotic twist. Mixed with fresh garlic, cilantro, lemon juice, and a hint of chili, the logs are coated in crushed roasted peanuts or cashews for a delightful crunch. Perfectly balanced with a mix of spice and creaminess, these cheese logs are an ideal pairing for crackers, pita chips, or crisp veggies. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or bringing an appetizer to share, this fusion dish is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 4 oz Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
• 0.5 tsp Garam masala
• 0.25 tsp Chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 small Green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tsp Lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 cup Crushed roasted peanuts (or cashews)
• 1 sheet Parchment paper or plastic wrap

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well using a spatula or hand mixer until smooth.

Step 2

Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, chili powder, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, optional green chilies, lemon juice, and salt. Stir thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly.

Step 3

Lay a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap on a flat surface. Transfer half of the cheese mixture onto the sheet and shape it into a log roughly 6 inches long. Repeat with the remaining cheese mixture to create two logs.

Step 4

Spread the crushed peanuts (or cashews) on a separate flat surface. Roll each cheese log over the crushed nuts to coat thoroughly, pressing gently to ensure the nuts stick to the cheese.

Step 5

Wrap each cheese log tightly in parchment paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the logs to firm up.

Step 6

When ready to serve, remove from the refrigerator, unwrap, and place the cheese logs on a serving platter. Serve with crackers, pita chips, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	437.7 grams (437.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1597

Total Fat 143.80g	184%
Saturated Fat 74.30g	372%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 351mg	117%
Sodium 2641mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 35.30g	13%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 57.90g	116%

Vitamin D 24IU	122%
Calcium 1132mg	87%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1000mg	21%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.6%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 8.5%