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Quick Warm Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam and Pecans

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This baked goat cheese appetizer is fast, elegant, and perfect for entertaining, featuring creamy goat cheese topped with sweet fig jam and crunchy pecans.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup fig jam
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., thyme or rosemary)
  • Crackers or bread for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the goat cheese on a baking dish.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread fig jam over the goat cheese.
  5. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is warm and slightly softened.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
  8. Serve warm with crackers or slices of bread.

Notes

For a clean presentation, use a small round log of goat cheese. Quick storage tips: leftovers can be refrigerated for 1-3 days. Reheat gently to avoid runny cheese.

  • Author: Chef Hanna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg