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Honey, Apricot, and Almond Goat Cheese Spread
Honey, Apricot, and Almond Goat Cheese Spread: This easy, cheesy appetizer will add a burst of color and a whole lot of deliciousness to your holiday table!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 91 kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz goat cheese or cream cheese
- 1/3 cup lightly salted almonds
- 4-5 dried apricots (chopped)
- 2-3 tsp fresh chopped parsley or basil
- 1/4-1/2 cup apricot preserves
- honey for drizzling
SERVE WITH:
- an assortment of crackers
- fresh sliced granny smith apple
Instructions
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Remove goat cheese from protective packaging and soften to room temperature.
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Spread fresh preserves on a cheese tray or serving platter.
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Place your almonds in a bag or between two sheets of paper towel and crush using a blunt object, like a glass olive oil bottle.
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Next chop your apricots and mix together with the almonds and parsley.
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Roll your goat cheese in the mixture, pressing gently to coat.
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Set the goat cheese log atop the preserves and surround with crackers and fresh fruit.
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Finish it off with a hearty drizzle of honey and you're good to go!
Recipe Notes
No apricots? No problem! Try this uber easy appetizer with fig preserves instead; it's equally amazing!
I've tried this app with both honey roasted almonds and lightly salted almonds and adored them both! Feel free to use whichever you have on hand!
Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed based on dippers/crackers chosen and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Honey, Apricot, and Almond Goat Cheese Spread
Amount Per Serving
Calories 91
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 9mg3%
Sodium 72mg3%
Potassium 68mg2%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 319IU6%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 39mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.