I love this Whipped Goat Cheese as a dip or a spread, and it also makes a delicious topping for zucchini fritters. Skip the elaborate butter board and dive into this simple, creamy whipped goat cheese instead.
This whipped goat cheese can stand alone on a cheese board or serve as a highlight on a charcuterie spread. It pairs especially well with black pepper water crackers for an extra kick.
Ingredients
The ingredient list is intentionally short—the goat cheese is the star and everything else supports its flavor and texture. A touch of honey adds balance and cream cheese keeps the mixture thick and silky.
A little extra-virgin olive oil adds richness, and minced chives bring a fresh, oniony note. Use kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste—add more pepper if you prefer a bolder bite.
Use the JUMP TO RECIPE button at the top of the post, or scroll to the recipe card below for exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.
Method
Making whipped goat cheese is incredibly simple: combine the ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. A small, easy-to-clean processor or mini chopper works perfectly for this recipe.
Spoon the whipped cheese into a shallow bowl or onto a serving plate, then finish with a drizzle of lavender or wildflower honey, extra chopped chives, flaky sea salt, and a few more turns of black pepper. Serve with toasted bread, pita, crackers, or use it as a creamy topping for zucchini fritters.
I also love this whipped goat cheese on top of zucchini fritters—its tangy creaminess complements the fritters perfectly.
Notes & Tips
This whipped goat cheese is a lovely starter for a dinner party, a tasty addition to a cheese course, or a sweet finish paired with fruit and honey.
You can prepare the cheese up to 2 days in advance. Stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, it will keep for 3–4 days.
Any leftovers should be refrigerated in a sealed container to maintain freshness.
Substitutions
You can use any style of goat cheese you prefer—plain or herbed. Herbed goat cheese will add extra flavor, while the honey and oil will still help balance and smooth the spread.
Cream cheese (or Neufchâtel or mascarpone) is recommended to stabilize the texture; using only goat cheese can result in a softer, runnier spread.
Choose a flavorful extra-virgin olive oil or an infused oil to add subtle complexity. Wildflower honey works well blended into the cheese, and a delicate honey like lavender is lovely drizzled over the top. If you don’t have honey, pure maple syrup can be an alternative.
Chives pair wonderfully with goat cheese, but feel free to experiment with other herbs such as tarragon or basil for different flavor profiles.
More great dips
Artichoke Three Cheese Dip
White Queso Dip
Creamy Jalapeno – Chuy’s Copycat
Black Bean Dip
Buffalo Chicken Cheese Dip
French Onion Dip (Magnolia Review)
Reuben Dip
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📖 Recipe
Whipped Goat Cheese
5 minutes
5 minutes
This whipped goat cheese serves as an easy, flavorful dip or spread—perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces goat cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons wildflower honey
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chives, minced
Instructions
- Combine goat cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, honey, a pinch of salt, and several cracks of black pepper in the bowl of a food processor.
- Pulse until smooth and creamy, scraping the sides as needed.
- Transfer the whipped cheese to a shallow bowl, swirl it decoratively, then drizzle with additional honey. Sprinkle extra chives, flaky sea salt, and more black pepper if desired.
- Serve with toasted bread, pita, crackers, or spoon over zucchini fritters.
Notes
This recipe is ideal for a charcuterie board or as part of a cheese course. Make it up to two days ahead; it will keep refrigerated for 3–4 days in an airtight container. Swap in similar soft cheeses (Neufchâtel or mascarpone) if desired, use a flavorful olive oil, and experiment with different honeys or herbs to customize the flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 140
Total Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 24mg
Sodium: 197mg
Carbohydrates: 4g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 6g
This is an estimated caloric value; actual numbers may vary based on the ingredients used.