Description

This Honey Apricot and Almond Goat Cheese Spread blends tangy goat cheese with sweet apricot preserves, honey, and toasted almonds for a creamy, elegant dip or spread—perfect for crackers, crostini, or fresh fruit.

Ingredients

8 oz soft goat cheese, room temperature

2–3 tbsp apricot jam or preserves

1–2 tbsp honey (plus more for drizzling)

1/4 cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted

Optional: fresh apricot slices or zest for garnish

Optional: chopped fresh mint or thyme

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Instructions

Let goat cheese soften at room temperature for easy mixing.
In a bowl, stir together goat cheese, apricot jam, and honey until smooth and well combined.
Toast almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant. Cool slightly.
Fold most almonds into the cheese mixture, reserving some for garnish.
Spoon spread into a serving dish. Drizzle with extra honey and top with remaining almonds and optional garnish.
Serve immediately or chill briefly for a firmer consistency.

Notes

Swap almonds with pistachios or walnuts for variety.

Add lemon zest or a splash of balsamic vinegar for brightness.

Use dried apricots or other preserves like fig or peach for variation.

Mix in chili flakes or black pepper for a subtle spicy kick.

Let sit at room temperature before serving if chilled.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 110
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 125mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg