Whipped Goat Cheese Dip With Pistachios, Pomegranate, Hot Honey

whipped goat cheese with pistachios, pomegranate and hot rosemary honey in a blue bowl with a spoon

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Whipped Goat Cheese Dip With Pistachios, Pomegranate, Hot Honey

This Whipped Goat Cheese Dip is light and creamy, topped with crunchy pistachios, juicy pomegranate seeds, and a generous drizzle of peppered rosemary hot honey. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant dish that’s sure to impress.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Fusion

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 279kcal

Author: Ninon Michels

Ingredients

14 ounces fresh, soft goat cheese
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
⅓ cup pomegranate seeds
⅓ cup unsalted toasted pistachios roughly chopped
⅓ cup honey
½ tablespoon fresh rosemary thinly chopped (or ½ teaspoon of dried rosemary)
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

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Instructions

Whip the goat cheese. In a food processor, combine the fresh goat cheese and flaky sea salt. Blend for about 30 seconds, pausing once to scrape down the sides, until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
Plate the dip. Spoon the whipped cheese onto a shallow serving dish, spreading it into an even 1-inch (2.5 cm) layer. Set aside.
Prepare the hot honey. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, finely chopped rosemary, and black pepper. Heat over medium heat until the mixture becomes foamy. Remove from the heat and let it cool for about 1 minute.
Garnish the dip. Evenly sprinkle the whipped goat cheese with chopped pistachios and pomegranate seeds.
Drizzle the hot honey. Pour the hot honey evenly over the whipped cheese.
Serve and enjoy. Serve immediately with crusty toasted bread or crackers.

Notes

Make-ahead tip - You can prepare the whipped goat cheese up to two days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge, and take it out 30 minutes before serving to allow it to loosen and warm up slightly.
Hot honey tip - For the best texture, make the hot honey just before serving, as it will harden if left at room temperature. If it does thicken, simply reheat it in a saucepan before drizzling over the dip.
Serving option - For individual servings, serve the whipped goat cheese on crostini. Toast baguette slices, top with the goat cheese, and garnish with pistachios, pomegranate, and hot honey for a delicious bite-sized treat.

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