Herb Goat Cheese Christmas Appetizer is a delightful way to bring elegance and festive flavor to your holiday table. Creamy, tangy goat cheese infused with fresh herbs makes for an irresistibly rich and vibrant bite.
These appetizers are sure to impress your guests with minimal effort, whether you’re hosting a cozy family dinner or a cheerful holiday party.
I’ve always loved this herbed goat cheese log appetizer from Good Housekeeping. It struck me that it could make a fun Christmas appetizer, with its festive herbs that look like branches of a Christmas tree.
Helpful Tips
- Use fresh herbs: Freshly chopped herbs like rosemary, thyme, and parsley add a burst of flavor and a pop of color that dried herbs just can’t match.
- Chill the cheese mixture: Refrigerating the goat cheese before shaping helps it firm up, making it easier to handle and shape into festive designs.
- Pair with the perfect vehicle: Serve your cheese with crackers, crostini, or fresh veggies to complement the flavors and textures beautifully.
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Herb Goat Cheese Christmas Appetizer
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil high-quality
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 8 ounces fresh goat cheese
- For serving: Crostini cucumber slices cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- In a food processor or stick blender attachment, pulse together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, cilantro, and dill until just roughly chopped (don’t puree).
- Form the goat cheese into the shape of a tree on a serving platter.
- Pour the herb mixture over the top of the tree to coat. Sprinkle on the pomegranate seeds.
- Serve with crostini and vegetables for dipping.
Notes
When not mixing up delicious cocktails to enjoy on the patio with friends, Angela is busy writing about food and drinks for three popular food websites, and exchanging creative ideas on social media.