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Delicious Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This delightful Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans offers a perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and nutty flavors. Warmed to perfection in the oven, this elegant dish is enhanced with optional honey or maple syrup drizzle and fresh herbs. Ideal for entertaining, it pairs beautifully with baguette slices, crostini, or gourmet crackers for an irresistible starter.

Ingredients

Appetizer Ingredients

  • 1 fresh goat cheese log or disc (about 6-8 oz)
  • 3 tablespoons fig jam
  • 1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary leaves (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure a warm environment for baking the appetizer.
  2. Prepare Goat Cheese: Unwrap your goat cheese log or disc and place it carefully into a small, shallow, oven-safe dish or a rustic terra cotta baking dish to allow even warming.
  3. Add Fig Jam: Spread the fig jam evenly over the top surface and slightly down the sides of the goat cheese for a sweet contrast.
  4. Top with Pecans: Scatter the roughly chopped pecans evenly over the fig jam layer to add crunch and nutty flavor.
  5. Bake: Put the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 12 minutes, until the goat cheese softens and becomes warm to the touch.
  6. Garnish and Drizzle: Remove from oven; drizzle with honey or maple syrup if using, and garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary to enhance aroma and flavor. Optionally, add a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
  7. Serve: Serve immediately with an assortment of dippers such as warm baguette slices, crispy crostini, or gourmet crackers for a delightful appetizer experience.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute goat cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • Try using walnuts or almonds if pecans are unavailable.
  • If you prefer a no-bake option, serve the goat cheese cold with toppings fresh instead of warming it.
  • Be careful not to overbake; the cheese should be warm and soft but not melted completely.
  • Fresh herbs add a lovely aromatic finish, but dried herbs can be used if fresh are not available.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/delicious-goat-cheese-appetizer-with-fig-jam-and-pecans-recipe/