Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly elegant Cheesy Goats Pancetta Crisps with Goat Cheese Pear. Perfectly crispy pancetta cups serve as edible vessels for creamy soft goat cheese, while a topping of honeyed pear adds a sweet and tangy twist. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 10-minute bake, this recipe delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effortβideal for parties or intimate gatherings. A drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of fresh thyme complete the balance of savory, creamy, and sweet. Gluten-free and packed with flavor, this show-stopping bite-sized treat will leave your guests raving. Explore this easy-to-make appetizer that combines bold textures and sophisticated flavors for a truly memorable dish!
Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Place the pancetta slices into the cups of a mini muffin tin, pressing them gently to form little bowls. If the slices are too large, you can trim them slightly to fit.
Bake the pancetta cups in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they become crispy and golden brown. Keep an eye on them after 8 minutes to prevent burning.
While the pancetta crisps are baking, prepare the pear by peeling, coring, and dicing it into small cubes.
In a small bowl, mix the diced pear with 1 tablespoon of honey to add a touch of sweetness.
Remove the pancetta crisps from the oven and let them cool slightly in the tin for 3-5 minutes to firm up before carefully transferring them to a plate.
Fill each pancetta crisp with about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese.
Top the goat cheese with a small spoonful of the honeyed pear mixture.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey over the assembled crisps for extra sweetness, if desired.
Garnish with fresh thyme leaves for a hint of herbal flavor and serve immediately.
Calories |
1477 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 104.3 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.4 g | 227% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 292 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 4301 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.4 g | ||
| Protein | 75.6 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 937 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.