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Honey Apricot Goat Cheese Spread

Honey apricot goat cheese spread made with a light, swirled blend of goat cheese and cream cheese, finished with warm apricot-honey sauce. Topped with chopped dried apricots, pistachios, fresh thyme, and flaky sea salt for a creamy, spoonable snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Goat cheese base
  • 8 oz goat cheese Softened to room temperature for easy beating.
  • 4 oz cream cheese Softened to room temperature.
  • 2 tbsp milk Helps loosen the mixture to a smooth, spreadable texture.
Apricot honey topping
  • 0.3333333333 cup apricot preserves Warm briefly to loosen and drizzle.
  • 2 tbsp honey Stir in warm preserves for a glossy topping.
  • 0.25 cup dried apricots Finely chopped for even bites.
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp pistachios Chopped for crunch.
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves Leaves only, for bright herbal flavor.
  • 1 flaky sea salt Use sparingly; finish just before serving.
Serving
  • 1 crackers or crostini Serve alongside the spread.

Method
 

Make the goat cheese spread
  1. Beat goat cheese, cream cheese, and milk until light and smooth, scraping as needed for an even texture.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a shallow serving bowl and make a swirl in the center for an easy place to drizzle the topping.
Warm the apricot honey
  1. Warm apricot preserves with honey for 20-30 seconds, then stir until loose and drizzle-able.
  2. Spoon the apricot honey over the goat cheese swirl so it pools slightly in the center.
Top and serve
  1. Top with finely chopped dried apricots, chopped pistachios, thyme leaves, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
  2. Serve immediately with crackers or crostini for scooping.

Notes

Pro tip: Soften the goat cheese and cream cheese fully (room temperature) to prevent lumps and keep the spread smooth. Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days; keep toppings like pistachios and thyme on top until serving for best crunch. Freeze is not recommended due to texture changes. For a dairy-light swap, use low-fat cream cheese and a firm, lower-fat goat cheese if available.