Whipped Blueberry Goat Cheese
Yield: 8 people
Fluffy, rich, Whipped Blueberry Goat Cheese is served on crusty baguette slices in this simple appetizer. You can whip up this impressive, savory/sweet dip in 15 minutes or less!
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice and zest
- 1 vanilla bean pod (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
- 4 oz goat cheese softened
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 sprig fresh mint optional
Instructions
- SAUTE blueberries, honey, lemon, and whole vanilla bean pod (split down the center) in a small saucepan over medium heat until bubbling and blueberries begin to burst, 4-5 minutes (See notes if using vanilla extract.)
- REMOVE from heat and let thicken for 5 minutes until cooled slightly. Discard vanilla bean pod.
- CREAM together the goat cheese and cream cheese using a handheld mixer until smooth. You can add a Tablespoon of milk or cream if it is too thick.
- SPREAD the goat cheese onto a shallow serving dish or plate. Pour the blueberry mixture over the cheese. Drizzle with honey and lemon zest. Add mint sprigs for garnish.
- SERVE with toasted baguette, crackers, or fresh apple slices.
Notes
You can use any ratio of goat cheese and cream cheese. See chart above.
If using vanilla extract instead of a whole vanilla bean pod, add the extract into the blueberry mixture after you remove it from the heat.
If making a cheese ball or log, after Step 3, stir together ingredients until just combined. Form, shape, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
Nutrition
Serving: 8peopleCalories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 97mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 352IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 0.4mg