Description
Enjoy a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors with these Grilled Apricots topped with Whipped Goat Cheese and Thyme Honey. This elegant appetizer or dessert combines the natural caramelization of grilled apricots with a creamy, herb-infused cheese topping and a drizzle of honey for a perfect balance of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 6 fresh ripe apricots, halved and pitted
For Grilling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Cheese Mixture
- 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Serving
- Toasted baguette slices or crackers (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat to ensure it is hot enough for perfect caramelization and softening of the apricots.
- Prepare Apricots: Lightly brush the cut sides of the halved apricots with olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance grilling.
- Grill Apricots: Place apricots cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 2–3 minutes until you see grill marks and the apricots soften slightly, then remove and allow them to cool slightly.
- Make Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened goat cheese, cream cheese, honey, fresh thyme leaves, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble: Spoon or pipe the whipped goat cheese mixture onto a serving plate or directly onto the grilled apricot halves for a visually appealing presentation.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle additional honey over the apricots and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves. Optionally add a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper for a slight contrast in flavor. Serve warm or at room temperature alongside toasted baguette slices or crackers if desired.
Notes
- This recipe works excellently as an appetizer, a brunch feature, or even an elegant dessert.
- Feel free to substitute peaches or plums if apricots are not in season for a similar taste experience.
- For enhanced flavor, try warming honey with fresh thyme leaves gently before using it for drizzling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 apricot halves with cheese
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
