Goat Cheese Spread from Thornton Winery
Elevate your appetizer game with this luxurious Goat Cheese Spread from Thornton Winery, a creamy and flavorful delight that’s perfect for any gathering. Combining tangy goat cheese and velvety cream cheese, this recipe is infused with the vibrant essence of fresh thyme, rosemary, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, balanced by a drizzle of honey for subtle sweetness. Toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch, while olive oil enriches the silky texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook spread pairs beautifully with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh veggie sticks. Garnished with optional parsley for a pop of color, it’s an elegant yet easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress. Perfect for wine nights, holiday parties, or casual entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Goat cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Place the goat cheese and cream cheese in a medium-sized mixing bowl and let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften.
Using a hand mixer or a wooden spoon, blend the goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Drizzle in the olive oil and fresh lemon juice, and mix until well incorporated.
Add the thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and honey. Mix thoroughly to combine the flavors evenly.
Transfer the cheese spread to a serving bowl or platter.
Sprinkle the toasted and chopped walnuts on top for added crunch and flavor.
Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of color.
Serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetable sticks. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.0 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.8 g | 379% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 2001 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 58.2 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 7% | |
*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.
