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Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam and Pecans


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  • Author: Lara
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x

Description

Enjoy this warm Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam and Pecans that’s easy to make. Try it at your next gathering!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 ounces softened goat cheese
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup fig jam
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped thyme and rosemary

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth. Spread evenly in an oven-safe baking dish.
  3. Spoon fig jam over the cheese mixture and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
  4. Bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbling hot.
  5. Toast chopped pecans in a dry pan until fragrant.
  6. Remove from the oven, top with toasted nuts and fresh herbs.
  7. Serve warm with crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of the total recipe (approximately 60g)
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg