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Basil Whipped Goat Cheese
5 from 12 votes

Basil Whipped Goat Cheese

This Basil Whipped Goat Cheese is a creamy, herb-infused spread blending tangy goat cheese and cream cheese with garlic, lemon zest, thyme, and fresh basil. Whipped until smooth with specks of bright green basil, it offers a versatile accompaniment for crudités, crackers, toasted bread, or even pasta.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 128 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 11 ounces goat cheese Montchevre brand
  • 3 tablespoons cream cheese whipped
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh leaves
  • salt Kosher salt and freshly cracked, to taste
  • black pepper Kosher salt and freshly cracked, to taste
  • ¾ cup basil fresh leaves
Crudités for serving
  • cucumber Persian
  • snap peas
  • radish
  • carrot

Instructions

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  1. Combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon zest and thyme leaves in a food processor. Whip for 60-90 seconds until smooth. Add the basil and pulse until green specks are throughout the mixture. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  2. Serve with the crudités. Whipped goat cheese stores in the fridge for 7-10 days.

Notes

  • Use the spread as a dip for raw vegetables or crackers.
  • Spread on toasted bread for sandwiches with a tangy flavor.
  • Thin with pasta water to blend into hot pasta for extra creaminess.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days to keep fresh.

Nutrition Information

Calories 128kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 23mg (8%) Sodium 163mg (7%) Potassium 50mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 646IU (13%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 70mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 128

% Daily Value*

Calories 128kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 163mg 7%
Potassium 50mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 646IU 13%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 70mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.