Goat Cheese Baked in Grape Leaves
Elevate your appetizer game with this indulgent and elegant Goat Cheese Baked in Grape Leaves recipe. Creamy, tangy goat cheese is wrapped in delicate grape leaves, brushed with olive oil, and baked to golden perfection for a warm, aromatic bite. Finished with fresh thyme, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, this dish beautifully balances savory and sweet. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these crowd-pleasing packages are perfect served warm as an appetizer or paired with crusty bread or crackers for a sophisticated starter. Ideal for entertaining or a special dinner, this easy baked goat cheese recipe is a showstopper with rustic Mediterranean flavors you'll love.
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces Fresh grape leaves
- 8 ounces Goat cheese (log-style)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Rinse the fresh grape leaves well under cold running water and pat them dry with a paper towel. If using jarred grape leaves, rinse to remove excess brine and pat dry.
Step 3
Cut the goat cheese log into four equal portions. Gently shape each portion into a small disc with your hands.
Step 4
Lay a grape leaf flat on your work surface, shiny side down. Place a goat cheese disc in the center of the leaf. Fold in the sides of the leaf and roll it up to completely enclose the cheese. Repeat with the remaining cheese portions and grape leaves.
Step 5
Lightly brush each wrapped goat cheese packet with olive oil.
Step 6
Place the wrapped goat cheese packets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, seam side down.
Step 7
Sprinkle the tops with fresh thyme leaves, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the grape leaves are slightly crisp and the goat cheese is warm and softened.
Step 9
Remove from the oven. Drizzle with honey before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm as an appetizer or with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (339.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1026.6 |
| Total Fat 77.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 121.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1649.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.4g | |
| Protein 43.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 476.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 193.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories