Blueberry Balsamic Goat Cheese Appetizer is an impressive and easy 15 minute recipe served with crusty French bread. Blueberries are simmered with rosemary, honey and balsamic vinegar and spread over whipped goat cheese for a delicious dip perfect for your next party!
Goat Cheese Spread
Sometimes the most amazing things can be super simple! This easy Blueberry Balsamic Goat Cheese Appetizer comes together in less than 15 minutes and is an impressive dip perfect for serving at your holiday party.
If you are looking for a last minute recipe for your party, this is a must try! A reduction of blueberries, honey, rosemary and balsamic vinegar is poured over a whipped goat cheese and cream cheese mixture for the perfect blend of sweet and savory.
Goat Cheese Appetizer
From Airfryer Honey Goat Cheese Balls and Pomegranate Goat Cheese Crostini to this Blueberry Balsamic Goat Cheese Appetizer, goat cheese is always a winning bet in my book.
I have found that most people tend to have a love or hate attitude about goat cheese. I also discovered that many people who hate it have made their minds up about it before ever trying it.
At a party a few years ago, I actually served goat cheese to some ladies once and they loved it. When they asked what it was, one of the ladies threw up her arms and said she HATED goat cheese and refused to eat any more…despite having previously said she loved it! You can’t win them all.
Blueberry Reduction
It really doesn’t get much easier than this recipe. Simply toss the frozen or fresh blueberries in a small saucepan and add the rosemary, honey and balsamic vinegar.
Let it cook on medium for 10 minutes while stirring occasionally. If your blueberries aren’t particularly sweet or you just prefer a sweet taste, you can add an additional teaspoon of honey to sweeten it up.
How to Make Blueberry Goat Cheese
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the goat cheese and cream cheese together. I did this using whipped cream cheese and a fork. You could also use a hand mixer if your cream cheese is stiffer.
If you are concerned your guests aren’t big goat cheese fans, you could use more cream cheese and less goat cheese. You could actually use just plain whipped cream cheese if you really don’t want to risk serving goat cheese at all.
Spread the goat cheese mixture over a small plate and top with the blueberry mixture that has been allowed to cool for a bit. Serve the dip with some crusty French bread or crackers.
Alternatively, if you want to make things a bit more presentable, you could take the time to spread the goat cheese mixture over each toasted slice of French bread and top with a dollop of blueberry mixture. This would make for a beautiful crostini that is perfect for a passing appetizer.
Can I make blueberry goat cheese ahead of time?
I often get asked whether or not you can prepare this blueberry goat cheese in advance of a party. The answer is YES!
While the combination of chilled whipped goat cheese topped with a warm blueberry reduction is absolutely amazing, you can certainly serve it entirely cold.
Alternatively, you can make the goat cheese and blueberry mixture ahead of time and store them separately. Right before you put out your appetizers for your party, spread the goat cheese on a small plate and quickly warm the blueberries in the microwave for a minute before pouring them over the goat cheese.
More Easy Goat Cheese Appetizers
My friends give me a hard time about adding goat cheese to so many recipes. It is just so creamy and flavorful that it’s an easy way to amplify fresh and delicious ingredients.
Check out some more of my favorite goat cheese appetizers!
- Air Fryer Honey Goat Cheese Balls
- Caprese Whipped Goat Cheese Dip
- Pomegranate Goat Cheese Crostini
- Smoked Salmon & Goat Cheese Puffs
- Spinach Goat Cheese Sundried Tomato Pinwheels
- Cranberry Pecan Mini Goat Cheese Balls
Blueberry Balsamic Goat Cheese Appetizer
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 c. blueberries fresh or frozen
- 2 tsp. honey add an extra teaspoon if your blueberries aren’t very sweet
- 2 tsp. balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 ` scant tsp. crushed rosemary
- 4 oz. goat cheese
- 2 oz. cream cheese
- 1 loaf crusty French bread
Instructions
- Add the blueberries to a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the rosemary, honey, salt and balsamic vinegar. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the goat cheese and cream cheese together.
- Spread the goat cheese mixture over a small plate and top with the blueberry mixture that has been allowed to cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the dip with some crusty French bread or crackers.
Linh says
I made it today, and it turned out really good! will be making it for Xmas now! thank you for the recipe!
Claudia Wood says
Mine did not thicken! Had to mix in some cornstarch.
Angela says
Has anyone tried this with raspberries? Unsure if the balsamic and rosemary would complement the same way….
Chrissi says
Is the rosemary fresh or dried?
Danielle Green says
Fresh
Kim says
Can the blueberry mixture be frozen? How long will it last in the refrigerator?
Danielle Green says
It should last in the refrigerator for 5-7 days, but should also freeze well.
Jessica says
This is an amazing compote! It’s perfect to dress up a plain goat cheese log. The recipe is super easy and I’ve made it several times for a quick appetizer when we have company come for dinner. The flavors are rich and decadent, and are a good balance of tangy, herb and sweetness with nothing that overpowers. I’m making it again this weekend!
Danielle Green says
So glad you’ve enjoyed it!
Jessica says
tried this, was DELICIOUS! flavors are fantastic 😋 I added a bit more honey because I’m a bee keeper & have a lot of honey. will keep this recipe and make again! thanks!
Danielle Green says
Love to hear that, and how awesome to have your own fresh supply of honey! My host-dad was a bee keeper when I lived in Germany and I miss so many things about that time, including the amazing honey!
Jeneé says
Can the blueberry mix be made ahead of time?
Danielle Green says
Absolutely!
Ella says
Yum! Might have to try this for Friendsgiving.
Keri DeWaele says
Any alterations if doubling this recipe?
Danielle Green says
nope!
K says
Loved this recipe. Such a good combo of flavours. I added a little lemon juice to the goat cheese/cream cheese mix. Also used pure maple syrup instead of honey in the blueberries. Added a couple cracks of fresh pepper to the blueberries while reducing as well. Turned out delicious and was a hit! Garnished with some fresh Rosemary. Spread it on baguette slices. Will make again!
Barbara says
Love goat cheese but hate cream cheese. Wondering what else could use instead? All goat cheese? Or maybe mix feta with goat cheese? Or greek yogurt maybe?
Thanks! Sounds good so want to alter so can make it Soon!
Danielle Green says
Just use all goat cheese. The cream cheese is to lighten the flavor of the goat cheese for those who aren’t huge lovers of goat cheese. A little dollop of plain greek yogurt with the goat cheese isn’t a bad idea either to lighten the texture.
Vanessa says
Thanks for sharing! Does it keep long?
Kathy says
Easy to make and very tasty! Our friends started to request it.
Kathy says
Easy to make and very tasty! Our friends started to request it.
Ann says
WOW! This one is such an impressive easy recipe! I love it without having tasted it. Perfect for serving at a holiday party. I’m so excited at the idea of giving the recipe a try (hope really soon). A must-try.
Danielle, thanks for sharing! I’m so inspired! Looking forward to your new awesome ideas. Keep up the good work!
Ann says
WOW! This one is such an impressive easy recipe! I love it without having tasted it. Perfect for serving at a holiday party. I’m so excited at the idea of giving the recipe a try (hope really soon). A must-try.
Danielle, thanks for sharing! I’m so inspired! Looking forward to your new awesome ideas. Keep up the good work!
SharonR says
This looks amazing. I had something similar when I visited Boston. Question, would you alter the recipe or ingredients if you used blackberries? Thank you
Danielle Green says
Nope, blackberries would make a great swap for blueberries!
Courtney says
Can you serve this cold?
Danielle Green says
Yes, absolutely!
Susan says
Thank you! Just made it. I used 1/2 blueberry 1/2 blackberries. Added a extra teaspoon of honey! Taking it to a party tomorrow night!
Danielle Green says
Love the mix of berries!