26 Super Easy Goat Cheese Appetizer Recipes
These goat cheese appetizer recipes are perfect for parties, game time or even for family snacking. From crostinis to cheese logs to mini quiches, there’s something here for everyone.
These goat cheese appetizer recipes are perfect for parties, game time or even for family snacking. From crostinis to cheese logs to mini quiches, there’s something here for everyone.
Goat cheese, also known as chèvre, is a deliciously tangy and creamy cheese made from goat’s milk. It’s savory and slightly sweet, and it has texture that melts in your mouth. And yet it’s lower in fat and calories than many other types of cheese.
It can be used in a so many dishes, from salads and sandwiches to pastas and pizzas. These recipes are all about the appetizers, which is a category where it really shines!
Appetizers are a great way to introduce kids to goat cheese, too. Serve them some of the fun appetizers in this recipe list, and they will come to love it.
Goat Cheese Appetizer Recipes
Zucchini Puff Pastry Appetizers Are Easy and Delicious
These appetizers are a delicious and savory option for parties or gatherings. The recipe calls uses puff pastry sheets cut into squares and filled with zuchhini and a goat cheese mixture. You roll them up and bake them in a muffin pan, and they come out almost looking like veggie cupcakes.
Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
First you make a delicious garlic oil mixture with green onion and rosemary. Then you add the goat cheese and it to bite size mushrooms. Then you broil them. And then they rapidly disappear into mouths, because yum.
Asian Pear Prosciutto Appetizers
These Asian pear prosciutto appetizers are a light and refreshing choice, combining sweet Asian pears, creamy goat cheese, and salty prosciutto topped with peppery radish microgreens. They are easy to prepare, requiring just a few minutes of slicing and layering. Perfect for New Year's gatherings, these bites offer a delicious balance of flavors and textures while keeping things on the lighter side after heavy holiday meals.
Whipped Goat Cheese with Lime and Pomegranate
This is a fruity goat cheese dip you can make in about 20 minutes. It's a festive appetizer that's perfect for holiday gatherings. The creamy dip combines the tangy flavors of lime with the sweetness of pomegranate, making it an enjoyable treat for guests. It requires minimal cooking time and is easy to prepare in advance, ensuring a stress-free experience when entertaining.
Goat Cheese Dip With Herbs
This herb goat cheese dip is a quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired appetizer that takes about 15 minutes to prepare. It features fresh ingredients like goat cheese, olive oil, yogurt, and a variety of herbs, making it flavorful and healthy. Perfect for serving with raw vegetables, crackers, or pita, this dip can be made ahead of time for added convenience.
Watermelon Radish and Goat Cheese Crostini
The watermelon radish is more like daikon than the usual red radish. They're mildly spicy, and in this recipe, a perfect balance to the creaminess of goat cheese. They're also beautiful to look at.
Other flavors in this dish include garlic and lemon zest, along with chives. It's a refreshing appetizer!
Phyllo Dough Cups Appetizer
These phyllo cup appetizers are a quick and easy treat made with store-bought phyllo shells filled with a mixture of bacon, apples, goat cheese, and Gouda. They can be prepared in under 30 minutes and are perfect for gatherings or as a tasty snack. Just bake the filled cups until golden brown for a warm and delicious bite.
Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log Recipe
Here's a delicious appetizer that's perfect for holiday gatherings. The recipe includes creamy goat cheese, tangy cream cheese, and tart dried cranberries, which are all blended together.
Chopped pistachios and fresh parsley are then mixed in for added flavor and texture. The resulting cheese log is creamy, slightly tangy, and has a nice crunch from the nuts. It can be served with crackers or sliced baguette for a tasty and elegant appetizer that is sure to impress your guests.
Honey Goat Cheese Crostini Recipe with Walnuts
Baguette slices become something very special when you top them with creamy goat cheese, pomegranate arils, sweet honey, and crunchy walnuts. The creamy and tangy goat cheese pairs perfectly with the sweetness of honey, and the crunchy walnuts add a nice texture to the dish.
Roasted Tomato Crostini with Goat Cheese
This is a delicious and savory appetizer that's sure to impress everyone. Halved cherry tomatoes are roasted in vinaigrette with rosemary leaves. Serve the golden broiled baguettes with the roasted tomatoes and goat cheese and let guests serve themselves.
Baked Goat Cheese Dip (with Tomatoes)
This dip is a delicious and flavorful appetizer that any foodie would enjoy. Made with creamy goat cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes and garlic, this dish offers a combination of tangy and savory flavors.
This dip pairs perfectly with crispy bread or crackers and is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.
Beetroot and Goat Cheese Mini Quiches
Beetroot and Goat Cheese Mini Quiches are a delightful snack featuring a vibrant red filling and creamy goat cheese center, all encased in crispy potato cups. The recipe is simple and versatile, making it suitable for various occasions such as picnics or special events. With the option to substitute ingredients, these mini quiches can easily accommodate dietary preferences and taste variations.
Blackberry Goat Cheese Crostini
This delicious appetizer balances the tangy flavor of goat cheese with the sweetness of fresh blackberries. The crostini features a crispy baguette slice topped with a creamy goat cheese blend, juicy blackberries, and a drizzle of honey to brings out the sweetness of the fruit.
A sprinkle of chopped fresh basil adds a wonderful herb taste to the dish. This appetizer is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.
Mushroom Goat Cheese Filo Pastry Parcels
These Mushroom Goat Cheese Filo Pastry Parcels are easy to make and perfect for appetizers. Filled with sautéed mushrooms, leeks, goat cheese, and fresh thyme, they offer a delicious flavor combination wrapped in crispy Filo pastry. This recipe is flexible; you can substitute the filling with other ingredients to suit your taste.
Herb Marinated Goat Cheese
This easy herb-marinated goat cheese is a delightful summer appetizer that takes just five minutes to prepare. Combined with a flavorful mixture of olive oil and fresh herbs, it pairs perfectly with crusty bread for dipping. The recipe is flexible; feel free to use whatever herbs you have on hand for a personalized touch.
The tangy goat cheese is combined with olive oil, basil and thyme, rosemary, and oregano to create a flavorful spread. The cheese is refrigerated for a few hours to allow the herbs to infuse the oil and cheese.
Fried Goat Cheese Balls with Arrabiata Dip Recipe
These fried goat cheese bites with arrabbiata dip are the perfect appetizer for cheese lovers. The creamy, tangy goat cheese is rolled into small balls, coated in breadcrumbs, and then deep-fried until crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.
The arrabbiata dip adds a bit of heat to the dish, with flavors of tomato, garlic, and red pepper flakes. The combination of crunchy exterior and creamy, cheesy interior makes this dish a real delight for the taste buds.
Goat Cheese Croquettes
These croquettes are perfect for those of you who love sweet and savory together. They.feature creamy goat cheese mixed with thyme. They are then breaded with Panko and fried until they're crispy and golden. The last step is to drizzle them with honey and sprinkle an assortment of finely chopped nuts.
Pickled Baby Beets Amuse Bouche
This recipe has a fascinating combination of pickled baby beets with herbed goat cheese and kumquats. It is a unique and flavorful dish that combines the tanginess of pickled beets with the creaminess of goat cheese and the bright, citrusy flavor of kumquats.
The goat cheese is seasoned with lemon zest, basil. The kumquats add a pop of freshness and brightness to the dish, balancing out the richness of the cheese and the earthy sweetness of the beets.
Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Appetizers
This is a perfect combination of salty and tangy flavors. The creamy goat cheese pairs well with the salty prosciutto. The recipe also calls for the addition of fresh thyme leaves which provide a savory and herbaceous flavor.
These appetizers are quick and easy to make and are perfect for entertaining. The bite-sized appetizers are both crunchy and creamy, making them a perfect snack for any occasion.
Crostini Canapes with Goats Cheese & Roasted Peppers
You start with a French baguette, drizzled with olive oil and toasted until it's crunchy. Then you top that with goat cheese and roasted bell peppers that were marinated in a balsamic pesto sauce.
Four Ingredient Smoked Whitefish Chevre
Here's a simple yet elegant dish that features the combination of tangy goat cheese and smoked whitefish. The recipe calls for just five ingredients and can be made in 10 minutes.
The smoked whitefish is flaked and mixed with the creamy goat cheese to create a flavorful spread. The addition of dried minced onion and salt make it so savory, balancing the richness of the cheese and the lightness of the fish.
This dish is perfect as an appetizer, and can be served with crackers, crostini, or sliced vegetables.
Goat Cheese Crostini with Balsamic Grape Tomatoes
This tasty and easy appetizer is perfect for any occasion. The creamy goat cheese is spread onto toasted baguette slices and topped juicy grape tomatoes cooked in fragrant garlic and tangy balsamic vinegar.
The combination of flavors is savory, tangy and sweet, with the goat cheese adding a rich and creamy texture to the dish. This dish is sure to impress your guests with its beautiful presentation and delicious taste.
4 Ingredient Baked Goat Cheese
This 4-Ingredient Baked Goat Cheese recipe is a simple yet elegant appetizer that's easy to make and bursting with flavor. The creamy goat cheese is cooked in with marinara sauce.
You can spread it on toasted baguette slices or use it for dunking.
Warm Goat Cheese Sun-dried Tomato Spread
This warm goat cheese and sun-dried tomato spread recipe is a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. The recipe combines creamy goat cheese with tangy sun-dried tomatoes, basil and capers.
The result is a savory and flavorful spread that pairs perfectly with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh vegetables.
Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Bites
This recipe for goat cheese puff pastry with sundried tomatoes is a perfect combination of rich and tangy flavors. Each buttery and flaky puff pastry square contains the creamy goat cheese and sundried tomato combination for a sweet and slightly tart flavor.
Baked Goat Cheese Dip
This is one fabulous goat cheese dip. It also has cream cheese and Parmesan cheese, so you know it's rich and creamy. Add to that chopped pecans, honey, thyme and more, and you have a delicious dip to spread on bread or dip with toasted pita chips.
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