These layered cheese slices are as easy as it gets. No-bake and can be made in advance. There’s a layer of doctored up cream cheese with a dash of hot sauce, chopped Fisher Pecan Halves, and dried cranberries in between cheddar slices. The hot sauce adds flavor but doesn’t make it spicy while the pecans and berries add crunch and chewiness. Everyone loves this goofproof recipe that’s eye-catching and it’s perfect for parties or game days.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Course: Appetizers
Keyword: appetizer, appetizers, cheddar cheese, cheese, cheese appetizers, cream cheese, dried cranberries, dried fruit, game day recipes, hot sauce, nuts, party food, party recipes, pecans, tabasco
Calories: 117kcal
Author: Averie Sunshine
Ingredients
one 8-ounce package old-fashioned brick-style cream cheesevery well softened
½teaspoonhot pepper sauceor to taste (i.e. Tabasco)
two 8-ounce packages deli-style sharp cheddar cheese slicesabout 3 inches square; I prefer sharp or extra-sharp cheddar
assorted crackersfor serving
Instructions
To a large bowl, add the cream cheese, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper to taste, and stir to combine.
Add the pecans, cranberries, and stir to combine.
On a 12-inch square of aluminum foil, place two slices of cheese side by side. Spread with about 3 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture, leaving a bare 1/8-inch margin.
Top with two cheese slices.
Repeat layering process 4 or 5 times, or until cream cheese mixture has been used. (You’ll have a few slices of cheese remaining that can be saved for another use.)
Fold foil around cheese and seal tightly. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Before slicing, peel back the foil, cut in half lengthwise and then widthwise into 1/4-inch slices (approximately 24 slices). Serve with crackers. Extra slices will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Recipe can be made up to 2 days in advance of an event.