Herbed Goat Cheese Bites

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Herbed Goat Cheese Bites—perfect for entertaining or indulging in a flavorful snack. This no-cook recipe combines creamy goat cheese with fresh parsley, chives, thyme, and zesty lemon for an herbaceous and tangy core. Each bite-sized ball is rolled in crushed pecans or almonds, adding a delightful crunch, and finished with a drizzle of sweet honey for the ultimate sweet-savory balance. Ready in just 20 minutes, these delectable bites are versatile and pair beautifully with crackers or baguette slices. A quick chill in the fridge ensures they're perfectly firm for serving at your next gathering. Impress your guests with this sophisticated yet simple appetizer!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 8 oz goat cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp fresh chives
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 cup crushed pecans (or almonds)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 package crackers or baguette slices

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, combine the goat cheese, finely chopped fresh parsley, chives, thyme, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix together until well incorporated.

Step 2

Scoop small amounts of the goat cheese mixture (about 1 rounded teaspoon) and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands. Place them on a plate or tray.

Step 3

In a separate shallow dish, spread the crushed pecans (or almonds) evenly.

Step 4

Roll each goat cheese ball in the crushed nuts, pressing gently to coat the surface completely.

Step 5

Drizzle the honey over the top of the coated goat cheese balls. Use a fork or spoon to ensure each bite gets an even touch of sweetness.

Step 6

Place the herbed goat cheese bites on a serving platter alongside crackers or baguette slices for serving.

Step 7

Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to firm up before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	636 grams (636.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2714

Total Fat 180.90g	232%
Saturated Fat 59.00g	295%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 178mg	59%
Sodium 3251mg	141%
Total Carbohydrate 213.10g	77%
Dietary Fiber 20.90g	75%
Total Sugars 47.30g
Protein 77.20g	154%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 509mg	39%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 918mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 30.6%