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Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans

Creamy Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans Delight

Experience the magic of this Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans—a creamy, sweet, and crunchy delight perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 oz Softened Goat Cheese Substitute with cream cheese for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Fig Jam Maple syrup or apricot jam can easily replace it.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans Feel free to use walnuts or pistachios.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Can swap with maple syrup for different taste.
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works well in a pinch.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Rosemary can serve as an excellent alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Optional if preferring a lighter dip.
For Serving
  • 1 box Crostini or Crackers Plain or herbed crackers for added flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Vegetables Crunchy carrots or celery work well.

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Spread the softened goat cheese evenly across a low bowl or plate. Drizzle olive oil on top.
  2. Combine fig jam, honey, and balsamic vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring for 5 minutes until blended.
  3. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes to thicken.
  4. Drizzle the warm fig jam mixture evenly over the goat cheese.
  5. Sprinkle chopped pecans and fresh thyme over the fig jam layer.
  6. Finish with a pinch of sea salt and serve with crostini or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure goat cheese is at room temperature for easy spreading. Adjust sweetness of fig mixture before drizzling, and toast the pecans for enhanced flavor.

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