Description
This delightful Rhubarb Honey Goat Cheese Appetizer combines the tartness of rhubarb with the sweetness of honey in a smooth, creamy goat cheese spread. Perfect for entertaining, this elegant starter pairs beautifully with crusty French bread, offering a balance of flavors and textures for a sophisticated snack or appetizer in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Rhubarb Sauce
- 1 cup chopped rhubarb stalks
- 1 Tbsp. water
- 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp. honey (plus extra if desired)
Cheese Spread
- 4 oz. honey goat cheese
- 2 oz. cream cheese
To Serve
- 1 loaf crusty French bread
Instructions
- Cook the Rhubarb Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the chopped rhubarb, water, granulated sugar, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb breaks down completely and thickens into a sauce, about 10 minutes.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon honey. Taste the sauce and add more honey if you prefer a sweeter flavor. Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before serving.
- Whip the Goat Cheese: In a food processor or mixing bowl, combine the honey goat cheese and cream cheese. Blend or whip the cheeses until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Assemble and Serve: Spread a generous layer of the whipped goat cheese on a serving plate. Spoon the cooled rhubarb honey sauce over the cheese layer. Serve immediately alongside slices of crusty French bread and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the rhubarb sauce cools completely before assembling to prevent melting the cheese spread.
- Adjust the honey quantity in the sauce to your preferred sweetness level.
- Use fresh rhubarb stalks for best flavor and texture.
- This appetizer can be prepared ahead; keep the cheese spread covered and refrigerate, then add the sauce just before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
