Garden-Fresh Golden Berries & Creamy Goat Cheese
So, picture this: melty goat cheese, all warm and toasty, drizzled with sweet honey and bursting with pops of juicy golden berries. It's a flavor explosion in your mouth, and trust me, it's so easy to make you'll be amazed. You just need a handful of ingredients, a few minutes in the oven, and voilà – a gourmet appetizer that's sure to impress (without any fancy fuss!). Bonus points if you pick some pretty flower petals from your garden for garnish – instant Instagram gold!Now, grab some crackers, dip in, and let's celebrate the bounty of our backyards, one golden berry bite at a time!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup golden berries about 20, husks removed
- 4 ounces goat cheese log or crumbled
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Calendula and cornflower petals optional garnish
- Crackers or chips for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the goat cheese in a small oven-safe dish.
- While the cheese warms (about 20 minutes), heat the honey in a small frying pan over medium heat. Once bubbly, add the golden berries and cook for 2-3 minutes, watching them plump and pop.
- Turn off heat and let the berries thicken slightly as the cheese finishes warming.
- Remove the cheese dish from the oven and drizzle with the warm berries and their honey syrup.
- Garnish with flower petals (optional) and serve immediately with your chosen crackers or chips.
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Notes
- Swap out the goat cheese for ricotta or brie for a different flavor twist.
- Add a touch of spice with a sprinkle of chili flakes or black pepper.
- The dish is best served warm, so make sure to serve it immediately after preparation.
- Don't have fresh flower petals? Dried herbs like mint or thyme make a lovely alternative.
- You can use any type of crackers or chips for dipping, but ones with a neutral flavor will let the taste of the golden berries and goat cheese shine.