Whipped Goat Cheese with Honey, Cranberry & Walnuts
This Whipped Goat Cheese with Honey, Cranberry & Walnuts is a creamy, elegant appetizer that comes together in just 10 minutes. Tangy whipped goat cheese is topped with sweet honey, tart cranberries, and toasted walnuts, making it the perfect festive starter for holidays, dinner parties, or last-minute entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Holiday
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz goat cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2–3 tbsp honey (plus more for drizzling)
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)
- Crackers, toasted baguette slices, or vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
- In a food processor or mixing bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese. Whip until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread the whipped cheese onto a serving plate or shallow bowl.
- Drizzle with honey.
- Top with dried cranberries and toasted walnuts.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired.
- Serve immediately with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or veggies.
Notes
- Swap cranberries with dried cherries or chopped dried figs for a variation.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a sweet-spicy twist.
- For a smoky flavor, mix smoked paprika into the whipped cheese.
- Use dairy-free cheese alternatives for a vegan version.
- Make ahead up to 2 days and store in fridge; add toppings just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 2 tbsp with toppings
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
