Easter Carrot Cheese Log

Easter Carrot Cheese Log

A cream cheese-based dip is formed into a carrot shape and topped with Cheddar cheese is a fun Easter appetizer to serve with crackers.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
208 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Chop black olives and green olives in a food processor or a food chopper.
Step 2
Mix cream cheese, 4 ounces Cheddar cheese, chopped olives, and taco seasoning together in a bowl using an electric mixer on low speed. Increase speed to medium and mix until well combined.
Step 3
Transfer cheese mixture to a flat serving plate. Shape cheese mixture into a 2-inch-thick carrot shape using a silicone bowl scraper. Press 2 ounces Cheddar cheese over the entire "carrot". Insert parsley sprigs into the top of the "carrot". Remove excess cheese from the plate using a damp napkin. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Easter Carrot Cheese Log
Easter Carrot Cheese Log
Easter Carrot Cheese Log
Easter Carrot Cheese Log

Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, rinsed and drained
  • 2 ounces pimento-stuffed green olives, rinsed and drained
  • 4 ounces finely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 2 teaspoons mild taco seasoning mix
  • 10 sprigs fresh parsley, stems cut to 2 inches long
  • 2 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, or as needed

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