Delicious Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans
If you’re in search of an effortless yet stunning appetizer, look no further than this Delicious Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans. Perfect for any occasion—from intimate family dinners to vibrant gatherings with friends—this dish combines the creamy richness of goat cheese with the luscious sweetness of fig jam and the satisfying crunch of pecans. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that will keep your guests coming back for more. Best of all, this elegant recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it easy to whip up even on busy days. Prepare the components ahead of time for a stress-free experience, and impress your guests with a beautiful platter that’s as appetizing as it is visually stunning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Creamy fresh goat cheese
- Fig jam
- Pecans
- Fresh thyme or rosemary
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. If using whole pecans, chop them roughly.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast pecans for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- Soften goat cheese in a mixing bowl with a fork until creamy; mix in herbs if desired.
- Scoop mounds of goat cheese onto a serving platter.
- Top each mound with fig jam.
- Sprinkle toasted pecans over the fig-topped goat cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil over the platter.
- Serve with an assortment of crackers, fresh fruits, or sliced baguette.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg