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Marissa Bolden

Herb, Oil & Vin Goat Cheese Balls

If your favorite part of any restaurant is tearing into warm bread and dipping it into herb infused olive oil, these goat cheese balls are for you. Cream cheese and tangy goat cheese are blended with olive oil, Italian herbs, and marinated cranberries before being coated in a crunchy herb seasoning. Every bite is creamy, savory, herbaceous, and inspired by the classic bread dipping experience in an easy make ahead appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 balls
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 4 ounces goat cheese softened
  • Crunchy Outside
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Sheet tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Combine the dried cranberries, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and salt in a small bowl. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  2. Add the fresh oregano, dried dill, and Italian herb seasoning. Mash the cranberries into the herbs until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese and goat cheese until smooth.
  4. Fold the cranberry herb mixture into the cheese until fully incorporated.
  5. Scoop tablespoon portions onto a parchment lined sheet tray.
  6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
  7. Mix together the poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning, and Italian herb seasoning.
  8. Roll each chilled cheese portion through the crunchy coating while shaping into a smooth ball.
  9. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.