Herbed Goat Cheese Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy, tangy, and flavorful Herbed Goat Cheese Spread—a perfect blend of rich goat cheese, silky cream cheese, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and chives. Infused with a hint of honey, zesty lemon juice, and a subtle kick of garlic, this spread strikes the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant crowd-pleaser, ideal for serving with crisp crackers, crusty baguette slices, or crunchy vegetables. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply upgrading your snack platter, this herbed cheese spread is a versatile, make-ahead recipe that will leave your guests asking for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces goat cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese and cream cheese. Use a fork or spatula to mix until the cheeses are smooth and well blended.
Add the finely chopped parsley, dill, and chives to the cheese mixture. Stir until the herbs are evenly distributed.
Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, honey, and olive oil to the mixture. Mix well to ensure the flavors are combined.
Season the spread with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Transfer the herbed goat cheese spread to a serving dish. Optionally, drizzle with a little extra olive oil or garnish with additional chopped herbs for presentation.
Serve immediately with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetables. The spread can also be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Let it come to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 400 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 63 mg | 1% | |
*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.
