Honey Pistachio Goat Cheese Appetizer

Tangy goat cheese, topped with honey, fig jam then sprinkled with chopped pistachios is an appetizer that’s both sweet and savory.
5 from 7 reviews

Honey Pistachio Goat Cheese Appetizer is a showstopping hors d’ovueres that’s both sweet and savory. It’s the perfect combination of flavors, which makes it a dish that you’ll serve for parties, the holidays, or when friends drop by. This recipe makes entertaining easy!

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Goat cheese log with fig jxaam, honey and sprinked with chopped pistachios served on a black platter for cocktails.
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With warm, sunny evenings on the way, it’s time to start dining outdoors.  I don’t know about you, but I have missed being outside with my family and friends, enjoying great food and each other. 

This honey pistachio goat cheese appetizer is a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion and is just the thing for casual entertaining. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a delicious and impressive appetizer. We love it so much that it’s become a signature recipe in my house!

What To Serve With Honey Pistachio Goat Cheese

Ingredients You Need To Make This Appetizer

Log of goat cheese smothered with a spoonful of honey and fig jam.
  • Goat Cheese – you can find it in the deli section at the grocery store.
  • Honey – I like to use local honey for the best flavor.
  • Fig Jam or Preserves
  • Pistachios – roughly chopped

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and measurements.

Goat cheese log with fig jxaam, honey and sprinked with chopped pistachios served on a black platter and a knife for cocktails.

How To Make Honey Fig Pistachio Goat Cheese Appetizer

  1. Take the goat cheese from the fridge to let it come to room temperature.
  2. Add the honey and fig preserves to a small saucepan and warm on low heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Chop the pistachios.
  4. Drizzle the warm honey fig mixture over the goat cheese log. Sprinkle on chopped pistachios and serve.

Variations

  • If you don’t like pistachios, you can substitute roasted walnuts or pecans.
  • Don’t care for goat cheese? Substitute cream cheese for the same creamy texture.
  • Add a bit of spice to the honey and fig mixture with a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh cracked black pepper.
  • Fresh herbs are also a great addition to a pop of freshness. Before serving, sprinkle on finely chopped chives, rosemary, basil, or thyme.
Goat cheese log with fig jxaam, honey and sprinked with chopped pistachios served on a black platter and a knife for cocktails.

What To Serve Alongside Honey Drizzled Goat Cheese With Pistachios

It’s always fun to mix and match crackers when serving a cheese appetizer. Here are some of my favorites:

  • Triscuits
  • Ritz or Butter Crackers
  • Toasted Baguette Rounds
  • Pita Chips
  • Wheat Crackers

Tips For Making This Recipe

  • Let the goat cheese come to room temperature. This will make it easier to slice and serve.
  • You can shell the pistachios yourself or buy them pre-shelled. Make sure to chop them roughly before sprinkling them over the cheese log.
  • To make it ahead of time, place the creamy goat cheese log on a serving plate. Drizzle on the honey fig mixture, cover with plastic wrap, and store in the fridge. Before serving, sprinkle on the chopped nuts.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Goat cheese log with fig jam, honey and sprinked with chopped pistachios served on a black platter for cocktails.

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Recipe Card With Instructions

Goat cheese log with fig jxaam, honey and sprinked with chopped pistachios served on a black platter for cocktails.

Honey & Pistachio Goat Cheese Appetizer

5 from 7 reviews
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 106kcal
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Tangy goat cheese, topped with honey, and fig jam, then sprinkled with chopped pistachios, is an appetizer that’s both sweet and savory. It’s the perfect combination of flavors which makes it a dish that you’ll serve for parties, the holidays, or when friends drop by. This recipe makes entertaining easy!

Ingredients

  • 1 8 ounce log goat cheese
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons fig preserves
  • cup chopped pistachios

Instructions

  • Place cheese log on serving dish.
  • Heat honey and figs in a glass bowl in microwave until preserves are melted or heat on low on the stovetop.
  • Drizzle honey syrup over goat cheese and sprinkle on chopped nuts.
  • Serve with crackers.

Video

Notes

Variations
    • If you don’t like pistachios, you can substitute roasted walnuts or pecans.
    • Don’t care for goat cheese? Substitute cream cheese for the same creamy texture.
    • Add a bit of spice to the honey and fig mixture with a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh cracked black pepper.
    • Fresh herbs are also a great addition for a pop of freshness. Before serving, sprinkle on finely chopped chives, rosemary, basil, or thyme.
 
Nutritional values provided are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 · Calories: 106kcal · Carbohydrates: 23g · Protein: 1g · Fat: 2g · Saturated Fat: 0.3g

This post was originally published in May, 2015 and updated in April 2023. 

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6 Comments

    1. Hey there Catherine!
      Thank you so much for your kind words and your fabulous rating, I really appreciate your support! Let me know if you ever have any questions about a recipe, I’m always happy to help! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays!

  1. Made this as a starter for a formal dinner. Everyone wanted the recipe. It is a winner and will be making this again. Thank you for sharing this delightful treat

    1. 5 stars
      I only had fig preserves with chilis, which was delicious because it added a slight heat to it. This would also be good with chopped pecans. Delicious and different!

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