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Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomato Dip

Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomato Dip

Creamy whipped goat cheese topped with garlicky roasted tomatoes, finished with balsamic glaze and fresh basil.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz goat cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pt cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 clove garlic smashed
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • salt
  • pepper
  • balsamic glaze
  • fresh basil

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F.
  1. Toss the cherry or grape tomatoes with olive oil, smashed garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan.
  1. Roast the tomatoes for 18 to 20 minutes until they are blistered and bursting.
  1. Mix the softened goat cheese with olive oil until creamy and smooth.
  1. Spread the whipped goat cheese across a plate or shallow bowl.
  1. Spoon the roasted tomatoes over the goat cheese and drizzle some of the pan juices on top.
  1. Finish with balsamic glaze and fresh basil.

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.