Easy Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans
Delight your guests with this Easy Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam & Pecans! This quick-to-prepare dish features creamy goat cheese topped with luscious fig jam and crunchy pecans, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy movie nights—this appetizer is not only delicious but also visually impressive, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a gourmet treat that will have everyone asking for the recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g softened goat cheese (about 10 oz)
- 1/2 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme (leaves removed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Crostini or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Spread softened goat cheese onto a low bowl or plate and drizzle with olive oil.
- In a small pot, heat honey, fig jam, and balsamic vinegar over medium heat until combined (about 5 minutes). Cool slightly.
- Pour the warm fig jam mixture over the goat cheese.
- Top with thyme leaves and chopped pecans, adding a pinch of sea salt.
- Serve immediately with crostini or crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg