A festive blend of cranberries, feta, herbs, and nuts shaped into a colorful holiday wreath.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cranberry Mixture
01 - 1 cup fresh or thawed frozen cranberries, chopped
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons orange juice
04 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
05 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons green onion, thinly sliced
08 - Zest of 1 orange
→ Cheese Base
09 - 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
10 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
→ Garnish & Serving
11 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, chopped
12 - Fresh rosemary sprigs for decoration
13 - Crackers, crostini, or sliced baguette for serving
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Combine chopped cranberries, sugar, orange juice, pomegranate seeds if using, jalapeño, cilantro, green onion, and orange zest in a medium bowl. Stir thoroughly and allow to rest for at least 10 minutes to develop the flavors.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend crumbled feta cheese and softened cream cheese until smooth and homogenous.
03 - On a serving platter, shape the cheese mixture into a ring with an open center, smoothing the edges with a spatula for a clean presentation.
04 - Evenly spoon the cranberry mixture over the surface of the cheese wreath.
05 - Sprinkle toasted pecans or walnuts over the cranberry layer to add texture.
06 - Garnish the outer edge of the wreath with fresh rosemary sprigs for a festive appearance.
07 - Present immediately alongside crackers, crostini, or sliced baguette for dipping.
