Pinch of Taste Recipes

Back to recipe

Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Celery Snow Logs

Print recipeCranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Celery Snow Logs appetizer on a white platter

These Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Stuffed Celery Snow Logs combine crunchy celery with a creamy, tangy, and nutty filling perfect for festive gatherings or easy snacking.

Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
0 minutes
Total time
15–30 minutes
Yield
8 servings

Ingredients

8 celery stalks 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Salt to taste Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep Celery: Wash celery and cut into 3–4 inch pieces. Pat dry completely.
  2. Toast Pecans: In a skillet, toast pecans over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Cool slightly.
  3. Mix Filling: Combine cream cheese, chopped cranberries, toasted pecans, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until smooth.
  4. Stuff Celery: Use a spatula to fill celery grooves generously with the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Garnish: Sprinkle with parsley and arrange on a platter.
  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare the filling a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator. Fill celery just before serving to maintain crunch.

Nutrition

Calories
120 kcal
Fat
9 g
Saturated fat
3.5 g
Sugar
8 g
Sodium
100 mg
Protein
3 g
Carbohydrates
11 g
Fiber
1 g