Whipped Goat Cheese
This Whipped Goat Cheese is sweet, tangy and is guaranteed to impress! It takes just a few ingredients, 10 minutes to prep, and it can be made entirely in advance!
I love entertaining, but I have to admit that I get so caught up with the main dish and dessert that the appetizers are more of an after thought.
Normally I make the same dips all the time like my hot artichoke dip and Greek tzatziki recipe because they take mere minutes to make.
While I could eat both of those dips every day, it’s so nice to liven things up with a new crowd-pleasing appetizer.
This Whipped Goat Cheese is definitely exciting, and be warned that it may just overshadow everything else you serve.
This whipped goat cheese dip is an easier adaptation of my mini goat cheese balls, which has been a favorite of mine for years.
It is extremely versatile and can be served with sweet or savory ingredients, as a spread for sandwiches or burgers, and so much more.
There’s no wrong answer for this recipe!
Why you’ll love this recipe
- This whipped goat cheese recipe combines creamy, tangy goat cheese, savory thyme, and sweet honey. It’s one irresistible combination!
- It’s an elegant and almost effortless appetizer that takes just 10 minutes or less to prepare, and it’s guaranteed to wow the crowd.
- It includes just 5 ingredients and it can be customized a number of delicious ways.
- You can serve it as-is with your favorite crackers, fruit, and more, or include it as a part of a cheese board.
Recipe ingredients
- Goat cheese. You’ll need 8 ounces of goat cheese softened to room temperature for this recipe.
- Cream cheese. 4 ounces of softened cream cheese is used to balance the tangy flavor of the goat cheese. Use full fat for richness, or low fat for a lower fat option.
- Honey. The sweetness of the honey complements the tangy flavor of the whipped goat cheese. Sub the honey with your favorite sweetner as desired.
- Thyme. Freshly chopped thyme adds savory, herbal notes that complement all of the flavors. Sub with your favorite fresh herbs, or 1 teaspoon of your favorite dried herbs.
- Cayenne pepper. Adds a subtle spicy background flavor. Add more for additional spicy flavor, or omit it entirely if you prefer.
See the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and quantities.
How to make whipped goat cheese with honey
You won’t believe how easy it is to make this whipped goat cheese with honey. It takes just a few ingredients and under 10 minutes to make.
Pro tip: For best results, soften the goat cheese and cream cheese to room temperature for a smooth, creamy texture.
See the recipe card below for full instructions.
- Beat the softened goat cheese and cream cheese together at medium to medium high speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Beat in the honey, thyme, cayenne pepper and salt until combined.
Recipe FAQs
Plain goat cheese can be dense and crumbly, so it doesn’t spread easily. By whipping goat cheese, air is incorporated, making it lighter and fluffier in texture.
Once it’s whipped, it’s transformed into a soft, creamy spread or dip.
Flavored goat cheese can definitely be used. Oftentimes it’s flavored with honey, garlic, herbs and more, so simply omit the additional ingredients in this recipe depending on the flavors in your goat cheese.
Store it in an air tight container for up to 2 weeks. For best results, allow it to soften to room temperature for better spreadability.
Serving suggestions
My favorite way to serve this whipped goat cheese recipe is with crackers and either fresh figs or fig jam, but it can be served so many ways as shown below.
- Serve as a savory dip with an array of crunchy vegetables. You can also spread it over crackers and top with oven roasted cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers.
- It’s great served with a variety of fruits or spread it over crackers with sweet toppings like cherry compote or fig jam.
- It’s a wonderful addition to this fall charcuterie board or Christmas tree charcuterie board.
- Use it as a spread for sandwiches or grilled burgers.
Recipe notes
- Pro tip: For best results, soften the goat cheese and cream cheese to room temperature for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Change things up with your favorite fresh or dried herbs, citrus zest, sweeteners, spices and more!
- Store honey whipped goat cheese in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Whipped Goat Cheese
Ingredients
- 8 ounces goat cheese softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons honey add more to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme sub with 1 teaspoon dried or your favorite fresh or dried herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper add more if you like spicy flavor or omit entirely if you prefer
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt add more to taste
- crackers, baguette, sliced figs or your favorite fruit, for serving optional
Instructions
- Place the softened goat cheese and cream cheese in a medium bowl and whip until light. Add the honey, chopped thyme, and pinch of salt, and beat until combined.
- Garnish with thyme leaves and a drizzle of honey if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- The whipped goat cheese may be made 1-2 days in advance. Simply soften at room temperature prior to serving.
- Nutrition information does not include crackers, bread or optional toppings.
- Store leftovers in an air tight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
Did you try this recipe? If so, be sure to leave a review below and tag me @flavorthemoments on Facebook and Instagram
Did you try this recipe? If so, be sure to leave a review below and tag me @flavorthemoments on Facebook and Instagram
14 Comments on “Whipped Goat Cheese”
The ingredients state: 2 tablespoons whipped cream cheese. Where is this in the method? And why put cream cheese in this recipe at all?
I’ve modified the recipe steps to include the cream cheese and I apologize for the oversight. Goat cheese has a strong flavor, so the cream cheese helps mellow it a bit.
Wow! This is such a gorgeous looking appetizer. Figs, honey, whipped goat cheese sound like a great pairing. I bet they taste as delish as the look.
Thanks so much Anu, and they do taste amazing! 🙂
This is a stunning appetizer, Marcie! So beautiful to look at and I’m sure the flavor is outstanding too. I’m going to have to look for those crackers, they sound amazing!
Thank you so much Sarah! Figs are just the prettiest things, and you’ll love the crackers!
I am a huge fan of appetizers too – especially with cheese and fruit! Goat cheese is a favourite. I feel like I could make an entire meal out of these! I love Breton crackers, they’re a big hit around here with the kids too!! Pinned!!
I ate these for lunch after photographing them and it was the best lunch I’ve had! haha Thanks Katherine!
Lol, we have the opposite problem, Marcie! I love appetizers so much I tend to over do it and then no one is ever hungry for the main dish… which is fine because I normally put more effort and thought into the appetizers. I’m a weird one! 😉 Anyways, obviously I am LOVING these bites! I have a box of t Breton crackers in my pantry! They are so delish! I’m loving the whipped goat cheese with fig combo! I could eat a tray of just these for dinner! Pinned! Cheers!!
That’s so funny, but I do understand. I think appetizers are some of the most interesting bites of the meal and it’s where you can get truly creative if you’ve got the time! Thanks so much Cheyanne! 🙂
I’m one of those people who can happily make a meal out of appetizers, and these sound completely PERFECT for that :). Figs are easily one of my favorite things, like candy but healthy! Add some cheese and a crunchy cracker and I’m in!
Thanks Kelsie and you can bet I made a meal out of this right after I took the photos! 🙂
I remember seeing this on Instagram and couldn’t wait to find the recipe! This sounds delicious, Marcie! I love goat cheese, but you made it even better with honey and thyme. It looks like these crackers are the perfect complement to the cheese. What a fun appetizer!
Thanks so much Gayle! This is truly one of the tastiest appetizers I’ve made!