Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam and Pecans
If you’re in search of an elegant and simple appetizer that will impress your guests, look no further than this Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam and Pecans. This delightful spread marries the tangy creaminess of goat cheese with the luscious sweetness of fig jam, all topped with crunchy pecans for added texture. Perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers, this dish is both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. In just 15 minutes, you can serve a warm, inviting appetizer that pairs beautifully with crostini, crackers, or fresh veggies. Once you try this easy recipe, it’s sure to become a favorite at your events!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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/almonds/pistachios)
- 2 tablespoons chopped thyme and rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, mix softened goat cheese and cream cheese until well blended.
- Spread the mixture evenly in an oven-safe baking dish.
- Top with fig jam, spreading it evenly over the cheese.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar on top.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbling.
- While baking, toast the nuts in a dry pan until aromatic.
- Remove from oven and garnish with toasted nuts and fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of the dish (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg