This super simple whipped goat cheese appetizer is quick, easy, and totally delicious! Add your favorite toppings and surround it with your favorite dippers for the ultimate snack!
I think I must be subconsciously be getting ready for pool and backyard party season because I have been dreaming up allllll the dip recipes lately!
The kiddo has been fueling the fire asking for “snacky dinner” on the regular, which is basically where I grab a bunch of cheeses, dips, and crudite, and add some crackers, torn baguette or pita, and fresh fruit. That’s it. That’s the dinner. It’s kind of like a charcuterie situation but without meat.
We do this at least once a week, usually on a school night when we have after school soccer practice and very little time to function.
This creamy whipped goat cheese dip is my latest obsession. It’s so flipping good!
The combination of honey and goat cheese is my absolute favorite. Gah! So good! When it comes to your toppings, the possibilities are endless. For the photos I went with savory roasted tomatoes kissed with sea salt and topped with basil. It would also be amazing with my Marinated Cherry Tomatoes or Greek Bruschetta topping.
Another awesome option would be to add a dollop of your favorite jam to the center of the whipped goat cheese. Fig jam, apricot jam, blueberry jam, strawberry preserves, or anything that you absolutely love with goat cheese will be an awesome addition for some sweet and savory goodness.
Toasted nuts or candied nuts are always a delish topping option too as are olives or olive tapenade.
Delish Dippers – Mix and Match Your Favs!
- sliced or torn baguette
- carrot sticks or baby carrots
- sliced bell pepper or halved sweet mini peppers
- fluffy pita bread or pita chips
- sliced cucumbers
- celery sticks
- broccoli or cauliflower florets
- pretzels
- crackers
Whipped Goat Cheese
The dip itself is gluten-free, vegetarian, and grain-free. It’s also super speedy and ready in under 10 minutes. Yay!
TASTY TOPPING OPTIONS (choose your favorite!)
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Allow the goat cheese and cream cheese to soften slightly to room temp for easy blending.
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Add to the bowl of a food processor along with a tablespoon of honey and blend well until creamy and perfectly whipped, pausing and scraping down the sides if needed during the process.
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Transfer to a bowl or plate and drizzle with honey and sprinkle with some freshly cracked black pepper. Give it a little taste test and then add your favorite topping combo from the list above, or create your own dream topping for your whipped goat cheese! You can even keep things simple and simply stick with the honey and pepper topping. Anything goes when it comes to this creamy dip.
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Serve with assorted crackers, crusty bread, and vegetables and enjoy!
Recipe yields 11 (1 oz) servings but feel free to have as many portions desired! Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed based on choice of toppings and dippers. Enjoy!
Calories: 87kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 17mg, Sodium: 100mg, Potassium: 17mg, Fiber: 0.004g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 317IU, Vitamin C: 0.01mg, Calcium: 36mg, Iron: 0.4mg
Can I make it in advance?
Need to make your whipped goat cheese ahead of time for a party? You can absolutely prep it in advance and store it in the fridge for 1-3 days before serving. When you’re ready to dig in, simply set it on the counter for 15-20 minutes to soften slightly before mixing well and adding your favorite toppings. You can also use a hand mixer to give it a final whip if you want it extra fluffy. Enjoy!
If you get a chance to try this wicked awesome whipped goat cheese recipe, let me know!
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