If you need a quick appetizer to bring to a holiday party, this Goat Cheese Dip is perfect! It's made with just a few simple ingredients and takes all of 5 minutes to throw together and everyone will love it. I hope it's a huge hit for you!
As a dietitian, I often get tasked with bringing healthier appetizers and side dish recipes for the holidays. And while I love coming up with more complex recipes like my Roasted Garlic & Butternut Squash Hummus or Hot Honey Whipped Feta, sometimes we all need something to throw together on a whim. And suffice it so say, by the time the actual day comes I am cheffed out from all the recipe testing I've done all month!!
That's where this super easy appetizer comes in. Because there's no cooking or equipment involved. No need to turn on the oven or pull out a food processor. The best part is you can make it ahead of time and have it done so you can focus on getting yourself ready for the gathering!
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Key Ingredient Notes and Substitution Ideas
This goat cheese dip is made with simple ingredients. Below are some notes but check the recipe card at the bottom for the measurements.
- Goat Cheese - tangy goat cheese is a soft cheese popular during the holidays. It has a creamy consistent perfect for spreading and is lower in calories than some of the other popular options like Boursin or cream cheese. You can find it near the delicatessen with the other cheeses at grocery stores. Goat cheese also provides some protein, calcium, and phosphorus.
- Fig Jam - an easy way to add just a hint of sweetness for the holidays. If you want spicy, go for hot pepper jam!
- Pistachios - crushed pistachios add nutrition like heart healthy fats, manganese and a little plant protein.
- Optional toppings - a drizzle of something sweet like honey, maple syrup, or balsamic glaze, fresh herbs like thyme, mint or parsley, olive oil, or orange zest of lemon zest.
How to Make Goat Cheese Dip
Below are the directions for how to make this easy cheesy dip with photos I hope are helpful.
- Step 1: Add the goat cheese to a serving platter or shallow bowl. Spread it in an even layer, mashing it down a bit with the back of a heavy spoon.
- Step 2: Carefully spread the fig jam in an even layer on top of the goat cheese.
- Step 3: Add the crushed pistachios on top. Optional: drizzle with honey.
Hint: use room temperature goat cheese to make it easier to spread.
Video of How to Make Goat Cheese Dip
Here's a video showing how to make this recipe that I hope is helpful!
Dietitian Tip
At the holidays, sometimes keeping things simple is key! Make this nice dip using goat cheese and pistachios for an option that uses more nutritious ingredients than a lot of heavier cheese dips while still enjoying something special!
Storage for Goat Cheese Dip
- Storage - you can totally make this goat cheese appetizer ahead of time and store it in the fridge. I suggest waiting to add the pistachios right before serving. It will stay good in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Expert Tips
- Careful when spreading the fig jam that it doesn't get goat cheese mixed in it. e and cook to a minimum internal temperature, but they should still be juicy for best results.
- Serve with sturdy crackers! I love the Rosemary Simple Mills Almond Flour crackers or some thick sourdough crackers with this. You could also serve it with crusty bread like crostini and people can spread it onto the bread.
FAQ
While healthy means something different to everyone, this is a nutrient-rich option. Goat cheese contains protein, calcium and phosphorus. It is also lower in calories than many other cheeses. Pistachios provide some plant protein and healthy fats.
These flavors pair great with fresh herbs. I suggest choosing one of these or doing a combination: mint, parlsey, thyme.
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📖 Recipe
5 Minute Goat Cheese Dip with Fig Jam & Pistachios
Equipment
- 1 serving dish
Ingredients
- 8 oz goat cheese
- ¼ cup fig jam
- ¼ cup pistachios, chopped
- drizzle honey (optional)
Instructions
- Add the goat cheese to a serving platter or shallow bowl. Spread it in an even layer, mashing it down a bit with the back of a heavy spoon.
- Carefully spread the fig jam in an even layer on top of the goat cheese.
- Add the crushed pistachios on top. Optional: drizzle with honey.
Video
Notes
- Use room temperature goat cheese to make it easy to spread.
- Serve with sturdy crackers! I love the Rosemary Simple Mills Almond Flour crackers or some thick sourdough crackers with this. You could also serve it with crusty bread like crostini and people can spread it onto the bread.
- Careful when spreading the fig jam that it doesn't get goat cheese mixed in it.
- Storage - you can totally make this goat cheese appetizer ahead of time and store it in the fridge. I suggest waiting to add the pistachios right before serving. It will stay good in the fridge for 2-3 days.
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