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Goat Cheese Appetizer Spread with Fig Jam and Pecans

Goat Cheese Appetizer Spread with Fig Jam & Toasted Pecans

Delightful Goat Cheese Appetizer Spread with Fig Jam and Pecans, featuring creamy richness balanced with sweet fig for a perfect appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 8 ounces Goat Cheese Substitute with vegan soft cheese for plant-based version.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Opt for non-dairy cream cheese to keep it dairy-free.
For the Sweet Layer
  • 1/2 cup Fig Jam Any similar fruit preserve can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar A splash of lemon juice can work well if you’re out of balsamic.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts or almonds can be a fabulous alternative.
For Freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Dried herbs can be used, but fresh offers the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Dried herbs can be used, but fresh offers the best flavor.
For Flavor Enhancement
  • to taste Salt Always adjust to your taste preferences.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer or Spatula
  • Oven-safe Dish
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese and blend until smooth.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a small oven-safe dish and spread it evenly.
  4. Spoon fig jam over the cheese layer, spreading evenly.
  5. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the fig jam layer.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbling and golden.
  7. Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
  8. Sprinkle toasted pecans, thyme, and rosemary over the baked spread.
  9. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a smoother texture, ensure cheese is at room temperature before mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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