# What You’ll Need:
→ Cheese Mixture
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 4 oz goat cheese, softened
03 - ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Herb Coating
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
12 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
→ Serving
13 - 30–40 assorted crackers (gluten-free option available)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, goat cheese, cheddar, chives, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth using an electric mixer or sturdy spoon.
02 - Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap and form into an 8-inch log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
03 - Combine parsley, dill, chives, and lemon zest in a shallow dish, stirring to mix evenly.
04 - Remove the chilled log from plastic wrap and roll it in the herb mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coating on all sides.
05 - Place the herb-coated cheese log on a serving platter and arrange crackers in a decorative ring around it.
06 - Offer immediately or refrigerate until needed. For optimal texture, let the cheese log sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
