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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers & Finger Food

    Goat Cheese Log

    *Updated* Sep 17, 2024 Published: March 14, 2023 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 49 Comments

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    DIY Goat Cheese Log is easy to prepare and you can customize it to your liking.

    If you love fresh goat cheese, this recipe is calling your name. Combining pistachios, figs, and honey creates a delicious appetizer for any occasion. You might also like to try this cheese and tomato sandwich.

    Goat Cheese Log with honey, pistachios and figs.

    Appetizers get the party rolling. The easier they are to make, the better. Cheese is delicious and you can use it in so many tasty ways.

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    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this cheese log can be found at the bottom of this post.

    Goat Cheese Log Ingredients

    Only 4 ingredients are needed for this cheese log appetizer. I have also used these ingredients in this delicious recipe for jacket sweet potatoes. Check out the great suggestions below.

    Ingredients for making goat cheese appetizer.
    • unflavoured goat cheese log
    • honey
    • dried figs
    • roasted pistachios

    This DIY Cheese Log Is Easy To Make

    Full instructions are in the recipe card below.

    • Chop the dried figs and pistachios and set aside.
    Chopped pistachios and figs for coating cheese log.
    • Spread the honey all over the cheese log.
    Coating goat cheese with honey.
    • Press the chopped figs and nuts into the coated cheese.
    • Serve.
    Coating the cheese log in nuts and figs.

    Suggestions/Recipe Tips

    Honey can be flavoured or plain. I used hot honey on this cheese log. You can replace honey with jam.

    Nuts can be any variety you like. I used honey roasted pistachios in this recipe.

    Figs can be replaced with any dried fruit. Cranberries, blueberries, or cherries are great choices.

    Make ahead and wrap in plastic wrap and place in the fridge. I used half of a large log of unflavoured goat cheese. Simply double the recipe to use the whole log.

    Other toppings can be herbs and spices. Get creative and think outside the box.

    Store leftovers in the fridge. This will last up to a week. Place in the freezer for longer storage.

    Serve with crackers, or even as a spread on bagels.

    Cheese log appetizer with honey, figs and pistachios.

    FAQ’s

    Is goat cheese pasteurized?

    Yes goat cheese sold in Canada and the USA is pasteurized. It would have to be labeled as raw milk cheese if it wasn’t pasteurized.

    Can you freeze goat cheese?

    Absolutely. The texture and flavour are just as good as eating it fresh.

    What is the difference between fresh and ripened?

    Fresh goat cheese has no rind and aged less than 2 months. It is tangy, with a soft creamy texture. Ripened goat cheese is aged longer and has a crumbly texture.

    Looking for more delicious goat cheese recipes? Here are a few:

    • Greek Zoodle Salad
    • Puy Lentil Pasta Sauce
    • Quinoa and Crab Stuffed Peppers
    • Egg In A Hole
    Goat Cheese Log PinPin
    Goat Cheese Log with honey, pistachios and figs.

    Goat Cheese Log

    This DIY Goat Cheese Log is the perfect party appetizer. Try spreading it on a toasted bagel for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
    5 from 33 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 5 servings
    Calories: 146kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    • 5 ounces unflavoured goat cheese ½ of a large log
    • 2 tablespoons hot honey
    • 1 ounce dried figs diced
    • 1 ounce honey roasted pistachios chopped
    US Customary – Metric

    Instructions

    • Chop the nuts and figs and set aside.
      1 ounce dried figs, 1 ounce honey roasted pistachios
    • Slightly warm the honey and goat the goat cheese on all sides.
      5 ounces unflavoured goat cheese, 2 tablespoons hot honey
    • Coat the cheese in the nuts and figs. This can be done by rolling the log in the mixture, or using your hands to press the mixture into the cheese.
    • Place on a serving plate, or wrap and keep in the fridge until ready to use.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 317IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg

    Notes

    This is best served at room temperature. If made ahead of time, remove from fridge about 20 minutes before using.
    Serve with crackers, or spread on toasted bagels.
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    Comments

    1. Sangeetha S

      March 27, 2023 at 2:03 pm

      This DIY goat cheese log recipe looks amazing! I can’t wait to try making it myself. It’s perfect for a party or just as a snack with some crackers and wine. The best part is that you can customize it with your favorite herbs and spices. Yum!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 28, 2023 at 9:19 am

        Making your own flavoured goat cheese log is so easy and delicious.

    2. Natalia

      March 27, 2023 at 11:00 am

      This goat cheese log recipe turned out to be excellent and was a big hit. I made it for a friend’s gathering and everybody loved it. I served it with salami, crackers and toasted bread. The presentation was beautiful, and the flavor was delicious.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 28, 2023 at 9:20 am

        This is always a hit at any party or gathering.

    3. Moop Brown

      March 27, 2023 at 2:51 am

      Goat cheese is one of my favorite cheeses but I don’t think I’ve ever had it like this with nuts and stuff on the outside. Definitely need to try!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 27, 2023 at 9:13 am

        OMG if you are a goat cheese lover you really need to give this recipe a try.

    4. silvia

      March 26, 2023 at 10:41 pm

      Super easy to make and so delicious. I loved the combination of textures. It’s so great for any celebration or party.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 27, 2023 at 9:14 am

        I agree, all the textures on this DIY goat cheese log go well together.

    5. Amy Liu Dong

      March 26, 2023 at 3:51 pm

      To be honest, seeing this makes my mouthwatering!
      So easy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 27, 2023 at 9:15 am

        We all need easy and delicious recipes, especially when we are entertaining.

    6. Elizabeth

      March 26, 2023 at 1:39 pm

      I have never had a goat cheese log before. I love cheese logs, so I’m sure this one will be just as tasty!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 27, 2023 at 9:16 am

        This goat cheese log is so easy and so delicious. ENJOY!

    7. Jamie

      March 26, 2023 at 7:16 am

      This is such a unique and great dish concept! It looks incredibly delicious and so stuffed! Making it more tasteful and so much flavor itself! Definitely, a perfect appetizer that everyone will love!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 27, 2023 at 9:16 am

        We love this goat cheese log as an appetizer and spread on toasted bagels too. Makes the perfect brunch.

    8. Colleen

      March 24, 2023 at 4:44 pm

      I hosted a birthday party last weekend and this goat cheese log was a hit. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 25, 2023 at 10:10 am

        You are welcome. Glad your guests enjoyed this goat cheese recipe.

    9. veenaazmanov

      March 24, 2023 at 4:12 pm

      Never imagined something like this worked. This is so delicious and innovative. Thanks for recipe. Saved this on one of my best recipe too.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 25, 2023 at 10:11 am

        Thanks so much. This goat cheese log is so easy and so delicious.

      • Loreto and Nicoletta

        March 26, 2023 at 10:59 pm

        We love goat cheese, and absolutely would die for some of this cheese log. Love the flavor combination of the honey, and slso the pistachios! Great appetizer idea!!

      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        March 27, 2023 at 9:14 am

        Thanks, this goat cheese log has quickly become a favourite in our house.

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