Goat Cheese With Chile Morita & Piloncillo Sauce

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 0

Delight in the fiery flavors of Goat Cheese With Chile Morita & Piloncillo Sauce

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2h 30min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 ounces soft mild goat cheese , at room temperature
	12 ounces cream cheese , at room temperature ( I usually use equal ratio of cream cheese to goat cheese since I like the flavor of goat cheese , als )
	1 small garlic clove , minced and mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt ( I usually omit salt and use 2 cloves )
	1 teaspoon minced canned chiles chipoltes in adobo sauce ( or chile morita paste , use more to taste , I usually use approx 1/2 T )
	1 tablespoon minced canned chiles chipoltes in adobo sauce ( or chile morita paste )
	8 ounces piloncillo ( Mexican unrefined sugar )
	1 cup heavy cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

330

Sugar

12g

Fat

31g

Goat Cheese With Chile Morita & Piloncillo Sauce is an exceptional appetizer that is a perfect blend of smooth and spicy flavors. The creamy goat cheese mixed with flavorful chile morita, makes it one of the most popular appetizers in Mexico. The flavor of this appetizer is so distinct that it will leave your guests asking for more, and the creamy texture of the goat cheese will satisfy your craving for something rich and decadent. Whether it's served at a party or a small gathering, this appetizer will be the talk of the night. This appetizer will surely heat up your taste buds and leave you craving for more!

Instructions

1.	Line a mold or a 6-inch cake pan with plastic wrap.
2.	Beat the goat cheese and cream cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer until it is soft and smooth.
3.	Beat in the garlic paste, chile morita, and salt as needed.
4.	Pour the cheese mixture into the mold, pressing the cheese into the corners and smoothing the top with a knife.
5.	Refrigerate the cheese for a minimum of 2 hours.
6.	Bring the piloncillo and cream to a gentle simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
7.	Cook, stirring regularly, until the piloncillo is completely dissolved and the mixture is a thick syrup.
8.	Let the piloncillo sauce to cool to room temperature, then remove the plastic wrap from the cheese, turn the cheese out onto a platter, and serve it with the piloncillo syrup on top.

PROS

Goat Cheese With Chile Morita & Piloncillo Sauce is a spicy, creamy appetizer that melts in your mouth.
It is perfect for serving with crackers, crostini, or fresh bread.

The piloncillo sauce is a fantastic balance of sweet and spicy, which goes well with the tangy goat cheese.

This dish is simple to prepare, and the ingredients are readily available at most local grocery stores.

CONS

Goat cheese can be an acquired taste, and may not be enjoyed by everyone.

Chile morita is quite spicy, therefore, it might not be palatable for those who do not prefer spicy food.

Excess cream cheese can overpower the flavor of goat cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Goat Cheese with Chile Morita & Piloncillo Sauce is high in protein, making it a good source of nutrition.
The goat cheese is also low in calories and high in calcium.
The chiles in this recipe are rich in capsaicin, which may help to regulate blood sugar levels.