Bite Size Goat Cheese And California Walnut Cheesec

Name: Bite Size Goat Cheese And California Walnut Cheesecakes Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs; 1/2 c. finely-grnd California walnuts plus; 9 piece California walnut for garnish; 1 Tbsp. melted butter; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper; 4 ounce cream cheese softened; 5 ounce soft goat cheese such as Montrachet; 1 x egg beaten; 1 Tbsp. minced fresh chives plus additional chives for garnish; 1 tsp finely-diced red bell pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs
1/2 c. finely-grnd California walnuts plus
9 piece California walnut for garnish
1 Tbsp. melted butter
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper
4 ounce cream cheese softened
5 ounce soft goat cheese such as Montrachet
1 x egg beaten
1 Tbsp. minced fresh chives plus additional chives for garnish
1 tsp finely-diced red bell pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and butter 18 gem tins (2 Tbsp.
2
each).
3
In a medium bowl, combine the bread crumbs, grnd California walnuts, the melted butter, 1/4 tsp.
4
salt, and 1/4 tsp.
5
pepper and stir till thoroughly combined.
6
Spoon a heaping tsp.
7
of the walnut mix into each mold and press down into the bottom of the molds.
8
With an electric mixer beat the cream cheese till fluffy.
9
Add in the goat cheese and beat till creamy.
10
Add in the egg and beat till well combined.
11
Add in the chives, the remaining 1/4 tsp.
12
salt and 1/4 tsp.
13
pepper.
14
Divide the goat cheese mix between the molds and smooth the tops.
15
Set a walnut piece on top of nine of the cheesecakes.
16
Top the remaining cheesecakes with the diced red peppers.
17
Bake till puffed, about 15 min.
18
Let the cheesecakes cold on a rack for 5 min, then unmold.
19
Garnish with chives and serve hot.
20
This recipe yields 6 servings as an hors d'oeuvre.

1969

kcal

Calories

192

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs, 1/2 c. finely-grnd California walnuts plus, 9 piece California walnut for garnish, 1 Tbsp. melted butter, and more.

Yes, Bite Size Goat Cheese And California Walnut Cheesecakes Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bite Size Goat Cheese And California Walnut Cheesecakes Recipe

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Variations & substitutions

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