Description
A delightful combination of creamy goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and rich maple syrup, perfect for gatherings or cozy meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz goat cheese
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- Black pepper to taste
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.
- In a bowl, combine the goat cheese with olive oil, a tablespoon of maple syrup, and black pepper. Optionally, fold in chopped fresh herbs.
- On a serving platter, spread the cheese mixture evenly and drizzle with more maple syrup. Scatter toasted walnuts on top.
- Season with sea salt and serve with crackers, fresh bread, or fruits.
Notes
Let the cheese mixture sit at room temperature before serving for enhanced flavor. Monitor the nuts closely while toasting to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Toasting, Mixing, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: walnut, goat cheese, maple syrup, appetizer, easy recipe