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Honey Apricot Goat Cheese Spread

Honey apricot goat cheese spread is a creamy, whipped-style dip with golden apricot preserves swirled over tangy goat cheese. It’s finished with chopped pistachios and thyme for sweet-savory crunch and fresh herb flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Goat cheese mixture base
  • 8 oz goat cheese Softened to room temperature for easy blending.
  • 4 oz cream cheese Softened to room temperature.
  • 2 tbsp milk Helps loosen and lighten the spread.
Apricot honey topping
  • 0.33 cup apricot preserves
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 0.25 cup dried apricots Finely chopped.
  • 2 tbsp pistachios Chopped.
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 flaky sea salt Pinch.
Serving
  • 1 crackers or crostini For serving.

Method
 

Whip the goat cheese
  1. Beat the goat cheese, cream cheese, and milk until light and smooth, scraping the sides as needed for an even texture.
  2. Spread the mixture into a shallow serving bowl and make a swirl in the center so the topping can pool there.
Warm the apricot honey
  1. Warm the apricot preserves with honey in a microwave-safe bowl for 20-30 seconds, then stir until loose.
Assemble and serve
  1. Spoon the apricot honey over the goat cheese, following the center swirl for a marbled look.
  2. Top with dried apricots, pistachios, thyme leaves, and a pinch of flaky sea salt for crunchy and herbal finish.
  3. Serve immediately with crackers or crostini around the bowl.

Notes

For the smoothest spread, soften the goat cheese and cream cheese until fully pliable before mixing. Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days; stir before serving, as it may firm slightly. Freezing isn’t recommended because the dairy texture can turn grainy. If you want it dairy-light, use reduced-fat cream cheese and a splash more milk to keep the texture creamy.