goat cheese log

An easy, impressive and crazy-delicious appetizer with butter-toasted pecans, fresh herbs and dried fruit, this Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log will wow everyone!

Buttered Pecan Goat Cheese Log

cranberries

butter ((I use salted))

pecans

salt

log of goat cheese (softened)

parsley

rosemary

honey (for drizzling)

Bring a half cup of water to a boil in the microwave (or on the stovetop). Add the cranberries and let them sit for 2 minutes. Drain well and set aside to cool.

Heat a small sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add the butter and swirl the pan until melted. Add the pecans and salt. Increase the heat slightly and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the pecans are golden and fragrant. Remove from the heat and transfer the pecans to a medium-size bowl to cool.

Transfer the plumped cranberries to a cutting board and chop medium-fine with a sharp knife. Add the cranberries and chopped herbs to the bowl with the pecans. Stir to combine.

Place the softened goat cheese in a medium-size bowl and stir until creamy. Add half of the pecan mixture and stir to combine.

Place a sheet of plastic wrap (about 14-16-inches long) on a work surface. Transfer the goat cheese mixture to the center of the plastic wrap. Bring the plastic wrap up over the cheese and mold the mixture into a log shape (similar to the original goat cheese log). Refrigerate for 30-40 minutes or freeze for 10 minutes.

Place another sheet of plastic wrap or a sheet of parchment or wax paper on a work surface. Spread the remaining pecan mixture out to an even layer. Unwrap the goat cheese log and roll in the nut mixture, pressing gently to coat. Be sure to coat the ends too. Once the log is coated with the nut mixture, you can shape it again as desired. Refrigerate if making in advance.

To serve, remove the log from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes in advance then drizzle with honey before serving. Sprinkle with more fresh herbs, if desired. Serve with crackers, crostini or celery sticks.

Honey Pistachio Goat Cheese Log is an easy appetizer ready in 5 minutes! Soft goat cheese with pistachio, raisin and honey crust is perfect for any occasion!

Honey Pistachio Goat Cheese Log

Unsalted Pistachios

Raisins (30 grams)

Honey

Finely chop the pistachios and raisins. Mix them...

Finely chop the pistachios and raisins. Mix them together and transfer them onto a baking parchment or plate. Spread them around.

Roll the soft cheese in the mixture. Press...

Roll the soft cheese in the mixture. Press down so that the nut and raisin mix will stick to the cheese. Keep rolling until the cheese is completely covered with the mixture.

Drizzle with honey and serve!

Goat Cheese Appetizer with Honey, Fig &amp; Pistachios- This is my &quot;go-to&quot; easy appetizer. So many people have asked for the recipe...but here&#039;s the beauty...you don&#039;t even need a recipe! It&#039;s four simple ingredients and takes only 5 minutes to whip up.

Goat Cheese Appetizer with Honey, Fig & Pistachios

fresh goat cheese log (approx. 11 oz.)

pistachios (chopped)

honey

fig spread (like Dalmatia brand)

crackers or bread (for serving)

On a small plate, spread out the chopped pistachios, Roll goat cheese on the pistachios to coat top and sides. Transfer to a serving tray.

Drizzle honey over cheese log

In a microwave safe dish, add the fig spread (or Fig Jam), heat in microwave for 10 seconds. Drizzle over cheese log. Serve with crackers or bread.

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