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Goat Cheese with Honey Fig and Pistachios

Goat cheese with figs and honey makes an easy no-cook appetizer, topped with chopped pistachios for a crisp contrast. Serve it with crackers for a simple sweet-and-savory platter.
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Resting time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 log (8 oz) goat cheese plain, softened
  • 4 figs medium fresh, stemmed and thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 0.25 cup pistachios roasted unsalted, chopped
  • 1 box (8 oz) crackers for serving

Equipment

  • 1 serving platter

Method
 

  1. Let the goat cheese stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  2. Set the goat cheese on a serving platter.
  3. Arrange the fig slices around and over the goat cheese.
  4. Drizzle the honey over the goat cheese and figs.
  5. Scatter the pistachios on top.
  6. Serve with the crackers.

Notes

For the best spreadable texture, let the goat cheese soften at room temperature for the full 15 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; freezing is not recommended. For a gluten-free option, serve with gluten-free crackers.