Warm Goat Cheese Dip with Sun-Dried Tomatoes Recipe
This Warm Goat Cheese Dip with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a creamy, flavorful appetizer perfect for sharing. Combining tangy goat cheese, smooth cream cheese, and savory parmesan, this dip is baked to golden perfection and topped with fresh basil and oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes. Served with toasted baguette slices, it’s an irresistible crowd-pleaser perfect for parties or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 10 ounces goat cheese, room temperature
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings and Serving
- 1/3 cup julienned oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- 2 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves
- Toasted baguette slices, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s ready for baking the cheese dip.
- Mix Cheese Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, grated parmesan, olive oil, and black pepper. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture until smooth and well combined, creating a creamy dip base.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly spray a small (1-quart) baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the cheese mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake the Dip: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake the mixture for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is golden on top and heated through.
- Prepare Sun-Dried Tomatoes: While the dip bakes, transfer the drained sun-dried tomatoes to a paper towel and press gently to remove any excess oil. Set aside.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the dip from the oven. Top it with the fresh julienned basil leaves and sun-dried tomatoes. Serve the dip warm alongside toasted baguette slices for dipping.
Notes
- Room temperature cheeses mix better and create a smoother dip.
- If fresh basil isn’t available, substitute with dried basil, though the flavor will be less vibrant.
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of goat cheese and increase cream cheese slightly.
- Leftover dip can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
- Use a toaster or oven to lightly toast baguette slices for the best texture and flavor.
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