Description
Indulge in a delightful Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam and Pecans, a perfect blend of creamy, tangy goat cheese paired with sweet fig jam and crunchy toasted pecans. This warm spread is not only quick to make—ready in just 15 minutes—but also visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for any gathering from holiday parties to intimate dinners. Serve it warm alongside crispy crostini, crackers, or fresh veggies for dipping, and watch your guests rave about this impressive yet simple dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces goat cheese (softened)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup fig jam
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 2 tablespoons chopped thyme and rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly in an oven-safe baking dish.
- Top with fig jam and drizzle balsamic vinegar over it.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
- While baking, toast pecans in a dry pan until fragrant.
- Once baked, sprinkle with toasted nuts and herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg