Whipped Goat Cheese
There's so much to love about this whipped goat cheese including the creamy texture and fresh flavors, not to mention the 5 minutes it takes to make. Blend creamy goat cheese with a mix of sweet honey and fresh herbs then serve it with an assortment of crackers, crusty bread, and vegetables.
Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
- Food processor or high-speed blender (Note 1)
Ingredients
- 10.5 ounces fresh goat cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese (dairy-free if needed, Note 2) room temperature
- 1/2 lemon juice and zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey plus more for drizzling
- To serve: Toasted french baguette (Note 3), pita chips, everything baked pretzels (Note 4), dried fruits or fresh veggies
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor or high-speed blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy., scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. We didn’t do this, but you can add a splash of heavy cream or milk to thin out the consistency to your liking.
- Transfer the honey whipped goat cheese to a serving bowl and top with a drizzle of honey and more fresh herbs. Serve with your favorite veggies, bread, pretzels or bread.
Notes
Note 1. Food Processor. Use a stand mixer or handheld mixer if you don't have a food process or blender.
Note 2. Dairy-free cream cheese. We tested this with Kite Hill dairy-free cream cheese and it worked well.
Note 3. Toasted sourdough or french baguette. Place the sliced bread on a baking sheet and brush it generously with olive oil. Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes then broil on high for 3-4 minutes, watching carefully, until the bread is toasty and golden brown.
Note 4. Everything Baked Pretzels. Toss 4-5 cups of pretzels with 1/4 cup of melted butter, 1 Tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 2-3 Tablespoons of everything bagel seasoning. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
*Nutrition information is for 2 ounces of goat cheese dip. It does not include veggies, bread or pretzels for dipping.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving (2 ounces) | Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.5g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 14.7g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 335mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 5.6g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 2mg