Description
A creamy, zesty cheese log featuring jalapeños and cowboy caviar, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup jalapeños, diced
- 1 cup cowboy caviar (includes black beans, corn, chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, and cilantro)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, cowboy caviar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Use a hand mixer or wooden spoon to mix until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Shape the mixture into a log or roll it up in plastic wrap to form desired shape. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up.
- When ready to serve, unwrap the cheese log and place it on a stylish serving platter. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
- Serve with crispy tortilla chips, inviting everyone to dip and enjoy.
Notes
Make-Ahead: Prepare a day in advance for enhanced flavor. Can be served warm by baking in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg