Imagine dipping a crisp, golden baguette slice into a warm, creamy pool of honey-drizzled goat cheese, topped with crunchy walnuts and fragrant thyme. This isn't just another appetizer—it's a culinary experience that will transform your dinner party from ordinary to extraordinary. Our Honey Baked Goat Cheese recipe is so simple yet so sophisticated, it'll make you look like a gourmet chef with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz goat cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This temperature is ideal for baking the goat cheese, allowing it to warm through and develop a nice, golden crust.
- While the oven is preheating, prepare your ingredients. Take the 8 oz of goat cheese out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to work with.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the 1/4 cup of honey and 1 tsp of fresh thyme. Stir until the thyme is evenly distributed throughout the honey.
- Place the softened goat cheese on a baking dish or an oven-safe serving platter. Drizzle half of the honey-thyme mixture over the top of the goat cheese, making sure to cover it evenly.
- Sprinkle the 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts over the goat cheese, pressing them gently into the cheese to help them adhere.
- Drizzle the remaining honey-thyme mixture over the walnuts, ensuring that the entire surface of the cheese is coated.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is warm and slightly golden on top. Keep an eye on it to prevent over-browning.
- While the goat cheese is baking, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices. You can toast the slices in the oven for the last 5 minutes of the baking time if you prefer a crispy texture.
- Once the goat cheese is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Serve warm with the toasted baguette slices on the side for dipping.
- Enjoy your Honey Baked Goat Cheese as an appetizer or a delightful addition to a cheese board!
Tips
- Always use room temperature goat cheese for the smoothest, most even baking result.
- Choose a high-quality, floral honey for the best flavor profile.
- Toast your walnuts lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor.
- Don't overbake—you want the cheese warm and slightly golden, not dried out.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature.
- Experiment with different herb variations like rosemary or lavender for unique flavor twists.
- For a more rustic presentation, use a cast-iron skillet instead of a baking dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 35mg
