Easy Marinated Cheese Recipe with Creamy and Flavorful Herb Blend
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Easy Marinated Cheese Recipe with a Creamy and Flavorful Herb Blend. This irresistible appetizer combines sharp cheddar cheese and creamy cream cheese, all beautifully infused with fresh herbs and a zesty marinade. Perfect for parties or cozy nights at home, this dish is not only simple to prepare but can also be made ahead, allowing the flavors to meld together for an even more delicious experience. Serve it chilled with your favorite crackers or fresh vegetables, and watch as it disappears in no time!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Marinating
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese (frozen for 1 hour)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup white grape juice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (finely chopped)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the cheddar cheese into bite-sized cubes and cube the frozen cream cheese.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, white grape juice vinegar, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Add the cubed cheeses and fresh herbs to the marinade, tossing gently to coat.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
- Serve at room temperature with crackers or fresh vegetable sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg