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Goat Cheese Truffles

Creamy goat cheese rolled in herbs, nuts, and cranberries - elegant no-cook bites

cold_biteEasyAmerican
Prep30 min0Total30 minServes24Tempcold
✓ vegetarian✓ gluten-free
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy, 🥜 Nuts
Recipe
Ingredients
  • 8 ozgoat cheese(softened)
  • 4 ozcream cheese(softened)
  • 0.25 cupdried cranberries(finely chopped)
  • 0.25 cuppistachios(finely chopped)
  • 0.25 cupfresh herbs(parsley, chives, dill - finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsphoney
  • crackers(for serving)
Make Ahead

Can be made up to 3 days ahead. Store covered in refrigerator.

Instructions
  1. 1Beat goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth and combined
  2. 2Mix in honey
  3. 3Refrigerate mixture 30 minutes until firm enough to roll
  4. 4Set up three shallow dishes with cranberries, pistachios, and herbs
  5. 5Scoop cheese mixture by tablespoons and roll into balls
  6. 6Roll each ball in one coating, pressing gently to adhere
  7. 7Create variety with different coatings
  8. 8Arrange on platter and refrigerate until serving
  9. 9Bring to cool room temperature 15 minutes before serving for best flavor
  10. 10Serve with crackers
Notes
Pro Tips

Cream cheese helps mellow the goat cheese tang and improves texture. Cold cheese is easier to roll - work quickly or refrigerate between batches. The variety of coatings creates a beautiful presentation. Bring to cool room temperature before serving or the cheese will be too firm.

History & Origin

Cheese truffles became popular at American holiday parties in the 2000s as an alternative to traditional cheese balls. The individual portion format is more elegant and hygienic than a communal cheese ball. The varied coatings add visual appeal and allow guests to choose their favorite flavors.

Cocktail Pairings
Pairs Well With
champagneproseccowhite-winerosé
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