Easy Creamy Marinated Cheese Cubes with Fresh Herbs and Garlic
Make this simple, creamy marinated cheese appetizer ahead of time. Cubes of cheddar and cream cheese soak in a flavorful oil and herb marinade, perfect for parties and serving with crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 8 hr 15 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine the cheddar cubes and cream cheese cubes in a medium, non-reactive container or a large zip-top bag.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
- Pour the marinade over the cheese cubes, ensuring all pieces are submerged.
- Seal the container or bag and gently toss to coat the cheese.
- Refrigerate the cheese for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to infuse. This is the best cheese for marinating.
- When ready to serve, let the cheese sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving with crackers or pita chips.
Notes
- You can substitute the cheddar with Monterey Jack or Havarti cheese for a different texture.
- For a spicier kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- This is a classic make ahead appetizer; it tastes best after marinating for 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 34
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 22
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 45
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