Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomato Dip
This goat cheese and roasted tomato dip is creamy whipped goat cheese topped with garlicky roasted tomatoes, finished with balsamic glaze and fresh basil. It looks fancy, but this warm goat cheese dip takes just a handful of ingredients and about 30 minutes, mostly hands-off.
Serve it with crostini or crackers and watch it disappear. Love tomato and cheese? My Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Pasta uses the same combo.
Why You’ll Love This Goat Cheese Dip
- Only 10 ingredients and mostly hands-off.
- Creamy and tangy whipped goat cheese.
- Jammy, garlicky tomatoes with a little heat.
- A gorgeous party appetizer that looks impressive.
Ingredients for Goat Cheese and Roasted Tomato Dip
The Whipped Goat Cheese
Softened goat cheese whipped with olive oil until smooth.
The Roasted Tomatoes
Cherry or grape tomatoes, olive oil, smashed garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
The Finish
Balsamic glaze and fresh basil.
Dietary note: This goat cheese dip is naturally gluten free and vegetarian. Serve it with gluten-free crackers or veggies.
How to Make Goat Cheese Dip
Step 1: Heat the oven
Heat the oven to 400°F.
Step 2: Roast the tomatoes
Toss the tomatoes with olive oil, smashed garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast 18 to 20 minutes until blistered and bursting.
Step 3: Whip the goat cheese
Mix the softened goat cheese with olive oil until creamy and smooth, then spread it across a plate or shallow bowl.
Step 4: Top and finish
Spoon the roasted tomatoes and some of the pan juices over the goat cheese. Finish with balsamic glaze and fresh basil.
Carly’s Expert Tips
- Soften the goat cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes so it whips smoothly.
- Use high-quality goat cheese for the creamiest texture.
- No balsamic glaze? Simmer balsamic vinegar with a little sugar until thick.
- Serve it warm for the best flavor.
Make It Your Own
- Hot honey: Drizzle with hot honey instead of balsamic.
- Feta: Swap half the goat cheese for whipped feta.
- Herby: Add fresh thyme or rosemary to the tomatoes.
- Pesto swirl: Swirl pesto into the goat cheese.
Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Whip the goat cheese up to 2 days ahead and keep it covered in the fridge; let it soften before serving. Roast the tomatoes right before guests arrive.
What to Serve With Goat Cheese Dip
Serve with toasted baguette crostini, pita chips, crackers or veggies. It is perfect next to a Caramelized French Onion Dip with Crispy Panko Parmesan Topping on a party spread.
Storing and Reheating
Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Rewarm the tomatoes briefly before serving. Do not freeze.
What People Ask About Goat Cheese Dip
How do you soften goat cheese quickly?
Leave it at room temperature for 30 minutes, or microwave in 10-second bursts.
Can I use regular tomatoes?
Yes. Cut them into small pieces so they roast evenly.
Should goat cheese dip be served warm or cold?
Warm is best, but it is still delicious at room temperature.
What do you serve with goat cheese dip?
Crostini, crackers, pita chips and fresh veggies.
Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomato Dip
Ingredients
Method
- Heat the oven to 400°F.
- Toss the cherry or grape tomatoes with olive oil, smashed garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan.
- Roast the tomatoes for 18 to 20 minutes until they are blistered and bursting.
- Mix the softened goat cheese with olive oil until creamy and smooth.
- Spread the whipped goat cheese across a plate or shallow bowl.
- Spoon the roasted tomatoes over the goat cheese and drizzle some of the pan juices on top.
- Finish with balsamic glaze and fresh basil.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use high-quality goat cheese for the creamiest texture.
- If you don’t have balsamic glaze, reduce balsamic vinegar with a little sugar until thickened.
- Serve the dip warm for the best flavor.
