Description
This marinated cheese plate is an easy and flavorful appetizer that features a variety of cheeses—cream cheese, cheddar, and pepper jack—soaked in a delicious marinade of olive oil, vinegar, honey, and herbs. Perfect for parties or as a savory snack, this dish pairs wonderfully with crackers and bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz block of cream cheese
- 8 oz block of cheddar cheese
- 8 oz block of pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Assorted crackers and bread for serving
Instructions
- Cut the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and pepper jack cheese into bite-sized cubes and arrange them in a single layer in a shallow dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the marinade over the cheese cubes, making sure they are evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor infusion.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with assorted crackers and bread.
Notes
- For added variety, you can substitute the cheeses with other favorites like gouda, brie, or blue cheese.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
- For a more intense garlic flavor, consider adding an extra clove or two to the marinade.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes