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Goat Cheese Appetizer with Fig Jam and Pecans

Goat cheese appetizer with fig jam and pecans: a creamy, jammy topping finished with lightly candied nuts and a honey-rosemary drizzle. Quick skillet toasts bring a crisp, fragrant pecan texture for easy serving with crackers and pears.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Goat cheese appetizer
  • 1 lb goat cheese log Use a plain log style goat cheese for best slicing and spread.
  • 0.333 cup fig jam Warm slightly if needed so it can spoon and drip easily.
  • 0.333 cup pecans, roughly chopped Roughly chop so they toast quickly and cling to the jam.
  • 1 tbsp butter For toasting the pecans and helping the sugar caramelize.
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar Creates a lightly candied coating on the nuts.
  • 1 tbsp honey Adds glossy sweetness on top.
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped Finely chop for even distribution.
  • 1 flaky sea salt Use just a pinch to finish the flavors.
  • 1 crackers and sliced pears for serving Serves alongside the goat cheese.

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Toast the pecans
  1. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat, then add the pecans and brown sugar.
  2. Toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring, until the pecans are fragrant and lightly candied; then cool on parchment.
Assemble and serve
  1. Place the goat cheese log on a serving board.
  2. Spoon the fig jam over the top, letting it run down the sides.
  3. Scatter the candied pecans and rosemary over the jam.
  4. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with flaky sea salt; serve with crackers and pears.

Notes

Pro tip: cool the candied pecans completely before scattering so they stay crisp on top of the jam. Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days; assemble just before serving for the best texture. Freezing isn’t recommended because the goat cheese and jam texture can change. For a dairy-light swap, use a tangy goat-cheese-style dairy alternative (look for a log) and keep the same honey-rosemary and fig topping.