Nutty Goat Cheese Bites

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 0

Nutty Goat Cheese Bites: An Appetizer Everyone Will Love

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

7 min

Ready In

17 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 French baguette , cut into 1/2 inch slices
	1 tub spreadable goat cheese
	1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
	12 red seedless grapes , halved

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

Fat

Looking for an easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these Nutty Goat Cheese Bites! This dish combines the crispiness of a baguette with the creaminess of goat cheese and the juiciness of red grapes to make a bitesize treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're having friends over for a casual get-together or throwing a fancy dinner party to impress your boss, these Nutty Goat Cheese Bites will fit the bill. Best of all, they take only a few minutes to prepare, so you'll have plenty of time to mingle with your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F, then lay the baguette slices out on a baking sheet.
2.	Lightly toast the slices in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
3.	While the slices are toasting, place the pecans in a shallow dish.
4.	Once the baguette slices are done toasting, spread a layer of goat cheese on each one.
5.	Roll each slice in the chopped pecans to coat the edges, then place a grape half on top of each slice.
6.	Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

Easy and quick to prepare, these Nutty Goat Cheese Bites are both savory and sweet.

They are a perfect appetizer for a party or a fancy dinner, and the contrast of textures between the crunchy baguette, the creamy goat cheese, and the juicy grapes is amazing.

CONS

These bites can be a little messy to eat, especially if the grapes are not sliced evenly.

They can also be a bit difficult to transport, as the toppings tend to fall off if the tray is not level.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Goat cheese is lower in calories and fat than cow’s milk cheese.
It is also higher in protein, calcium, and vitamin D.
Pecans are rich in healthy fats and fiber, and they are also a good source of vitamin E and magnesium.
Red grapes are full of antioxidants, which have been linked to reducing the risk of heart diseases and cancers.