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Whipped Goat Cheese with Cranberries and Pecans


  • Author: joe
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and creamy spread made with goat cheese, cranberries, and pecans, perfect for gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz creamy goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary, optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until lightly browned.
  2. In a bowl, whip the goat cheese with honey until light and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold in the cranberries and toasted pecans.
  4. Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with extra pecans and cranberries, and drizzle with honey.
  5. Serve with crackers, artisan bread, or veggie sticks.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: cheese spread, appetizer, goat cheese, cranberries, pecans, holiday gathering