Honey Goat Cheese Balls
Honey Goat Cheese Balls are a delightful appetizer that perfectly combines creamy goat cheese, sweet honey, and crunchy nuts. These bite-sized treats are easy to make and are guaranteed to impress at any gathering. With a luscious texture and a beautiful presentation, they are not only delicious but also Instagram-worthy. Perfect for casual get-togethers or elegant dinner parties, these cheese balls will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh goat cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix softened goat cheese with honey, salt, cinnamon, and chopped herbs until smooth.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls.
- Coat each ball in finely chopped nuts until fully covered.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Drizzle with extra honey before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball (25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup. Enhance flavor by adding cayenne pepper for a spicy kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.