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Herbed Goat Cheese Spread served on a plate

Herbed Goat Cheese Spread

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Herbed Goat Cheese Spread blends tangy goat cheese with fresh herbs, olive oil, and lemon juice into a creamy, flavorful appetizer. Softening the goat cheese beforehand ensures a smooth, lump-free texture perfect for entertaining or snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz goat cheese softened to room temperature
  • 2 oz cream cheese optional, for smoother texture
  • 2 cloves garlic minced finely
  • 2 tablespoon fresh thyme minced to 2-3 mm pieces
  • 2 tablespoon fresh chives minced to 2-3 mm pieces
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley minced to 2-3 mm pieces
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh-squeezed
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional, for sweetness
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat

Method
 

  1. Leave 8 oz goat cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes until it softens and mashes easily with a fork.
    8 oz goat cheese
  2. Chop fresh thyme, chives, and parsley into 2-3 mm pieces and mince the garlic finely to avoid chunky bites.
    2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp fresh thyme, 2 tbsp fresh chives, 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  3. Mix softened goat cheese and optional cream cheese with minced herbs and garlic in a medium bowl using a fork or hand mixer until well blended.
    8 oz goat cheese, 2 oz cream cheese, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp fresh thyme, 2 tbsp fresh chives, 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  4. Stir in olive oil and fresh lemon juice one tablespoon at a time while mixing to prevent a runny texture.
    2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice
  5. Add salt, black pepper, and optional honey and red pepper flakes; taste and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.
    0.25 tsp salt, 0.25 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp honey, 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

Notes

  • Soften cheese before mixing for smooth, lump-free spread.
  • Add liquids one tablespoon at a time to avoid runny texture.
  • Chill the spread for 30 minutes to meld flavors fully before serving.

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