Goat Cheese Rounds W/ Hazelnut Balsamic Sauce

Name: Goat Cheese Rounds W/ Hazelnut Balsamic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: GOAT CHEESE ROUNDS:; 8 oz goat cheese, room temperature; 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature; 1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumbs; 1/8 tsp fines herbes; 1 Tbl olive oil; HAZELNUT BALSAMIC SAUCE; 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts, skin removed; 1 Tbl vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp white sugar; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 Tbl balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup coarsely torn fresh basil leaves; Garnish: 2 cups mixed baby greens; Serve with: 1 baguette, sliced into thin rounds

Servings: persons

GOAT CHEESE ROUNDS:
8 oz goat cheese, room temperature
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumbs
1/8 tsp fines herbes
1 Tbl olive oil
HAZELNUT BALSAMIC SAUCE
1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts, skin removed
1 Tbl vegetable oil
1/2 tsp white sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 Tbl balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup coarsely torn fresh basil leaves
Garnish: 2 cups mixed baby greens
Serve with: 1 baguette, sliced into thin rounds

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["GOAT CHEESE ROUNDS:", "Whiz goat and cream cheese together in a processor until well blended. Lay out 4 pieces of plastic wrap; divide mixture between pieces then wrap and form into 3"" diameter rounds. Chill until firm. Mix breadcrumbs and fines herbes together in a small plate. Coat cheese rounds with mixture, rewrap in plastic and freeze. Line a small baking pan with foil and spread with 1 Tbl olive oil. Place frozen cheese rounds on foil and bake @ 400 degrees until browned and softened. Allow to rest 5-10 minutes before plating. Prepare sauce will rounds are resting.", "HAZELNUT BALSAMIC SAUCE:", "Process hazelnuts, 1 Tbl vegetable oil and sugar in food processor until nuts are finely ground and mixture forms hzaelnut butter paste (may be prepared 2 days ahead). Place hazelnut butter, 1/4 cup vegetable oil and balsamic vinegar in small frying pan or pot. Cook over medium heat until mixture is melted and well mixed; just before serving stir in basil.", "", "To serve, divdie warm sauce between 4 plates; place 1 round of goat cheese on sauce. Garnish with mixed baby greens. Serve with baguette slices."]

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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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: GOAT CHEESE ROUNDS:, 8 oz goat cheese, room temperature, 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature, 1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Goat Cheese Rounds W/ Hazelnut Balsamic Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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