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Cheese Spread

Irresistible Cheese Spread with Sweet Apricots and Almonds

This Cheese Spread combines creamy goat cheese with sweet apricots and crunchy almonds—an elegant appetizer that's quick and vegetarian-friendly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Goat cheese Can substitute with cream cheese for a milder flavor.
For the Crunch
  • ⅓ cup Lightly salted almonds Use honey-roasted almonds for added sweetness.
For the Sweetness
  • 4-5 pieces Dried apricots, chopped Fig preserves can be used if apricots are unavailable.
  • ¼ to ½ cup Apricot preserves Other fruit preserves can also work well.
  • Honey Maple syrup can be used for a different flavor.
For Freshness
  • 2-3 tsp Fresh chopped parsley or basil Substitute based on your preference.
For Serving
  • Assortment of crackers
  • Fresh sliced Granny Smith apple

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • resealable bag
  • Rolling Pin
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the goat cheese at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes for easier spreading.
  2. Spread a layer of apricot preserves on a serving platter as a base.
  3. Crush lightly salted almonds in a resealable bag until finely chopped.
  4. Chop dried apricots to the same size as crushed almonds for even distribution.
  5. Combine crushed almonds, chopped dried apricots, and fresh herbs in a mixing bowl.
  6. Roll softened goat cheese in the almond-apricot-herb mixture to coat evenly.
  7. Position the coated cheese log in the center of the apricot preserves and arrange crackers and apple slices around it.
  8. Drizzle honey over the coated cheese log just before serving for added sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow goat cheese to reach room temperature for easier spreading. Assemble shortly before serving to keep almonds crunchy.

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