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Goat Cheese Fig Jam Appetizer

Goat Cheese Fig Jam Appetizer: A Sweet & Savory Delight

Create an elegant Goat Cheese Fig Jam Appetizer that combines creamy goat cheese and sweet fig jam for a delightful experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Goat Cheese Can substitute with cream cheese or ricotta.
  • 1/4 cup Fig Jam Different jams like raspberry can be used.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Nuts Pecans or walnuts work well.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Can be swapped with balsamic glaze.

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Serving platter
  • Butter knife
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients: goat cheese, fig jam, optional nuts, and honey or balsamic glaze.
  2. Spread a layer of goat cheese onto the serving dish about 1/2 inch thick.
  3. Generously spoon fig jam over the goat cheese.
  4. Sprinkle a handful of chopped nuts on top of the fig jam.
  5. Drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze for added sweetness.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose high-quality goat cheese for a rich flavor. Prepare a few hours ahead and serve with assorted crackers or sliced vegetables.

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