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Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak

Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak for Holiday Joy

This Cranberry Cream Cheese Stuffed Flank Steak is a festive centerpiece that's easy to prepare, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 pounds flank steak butterflied
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked peppercorns
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 medium white onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 sprigs rosemary fresh
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup cranberry jelly or homemade cranberry sauce
  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 4 ounces blue cheese or goat cheese
  • 1 medium shallot diced
  • 1/2 cup cranberries fresh or dried
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped, can be omitted for nut-free version

Equipment

  • large ziplock bag
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat mallet
  • skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large ziplock bag, combine the cranberry jelly, balsamic vinegar, sliced onion, minced garlic, and rosemary. Add the butterflied flank steak, ensuring it's well coated. Seal the bag, removing excess air, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  2. While the steak is marinating, in a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, diced cranberries, chopped shallot, blue cheese, chopped walnuts, and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  3. After marinating, remove the flank steak from the fridge and carefully butterfly it if you haven’t already. Use a meat mallet to pound it to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
  4. Spread the creamy cranberry filling evenly across the pounded flank steak, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll the steak tightly to enclose the filling and secure it with kitchen twine.
  5. Once chilled, roll the stuffed flank steak in a mixture of cracked black peppercorns. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, and add olive oil. Sear the stuffed steak for about 2 minutes on each side.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the seared flank steak to a baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 130-135°F for medium-rare.
  7. After baking, let the steak rest for 10 minutes on a cutting board. Slice into pinwheels to showcase the filling and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different herbs or cheeses based on your preference. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days.

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