Whipped Cranberry Goat Cheese is a must-make this season. You have a creamy, savory, sweet cheese spread that you can slather on crackers, bread, or even pita chips. This spread is a must-have goat cheese dip to serve up at all your holidays, potlucks, or big family gatherings.
Whipped Cranberry Goat Cheese
Not too long ago, I made a honey blueberry whipped goat cheese appetizer that rocked my world a few years back. When I was at Costco and saw a cranberry goat cheese roll, I knew it would be perfect for a remake of what is one of my favorite dips ever.
Cranberry is one of my have-to-have holiday favorite flavors, whether in cranberry sauce, sprinkled into salads, in a cocktail like this Sparkling Cranberry Prosecco, and, of course, this goat cheese spread.
You could make this easy goat cheese spread for your holiday parties, late-night snacking, or to pair with dinner. There is no wrong time to serve up this whipped cranberry goat cheese.
With my blueberry goat cheese spread, even people not a huge fan of goat cheese seemed to gobble this right up. When you add a different creamy texture and create layers from the cheese log, it transforms the flavor.
Get more awesome Appetizer Recipes!
Whipped Cranberry Goat Cheese shopping list
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Cranberry goat cheese
- Cream cheese
- Cream
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Thyme
- Honey
- Milk
- Honey
Try our Smoked Cream Cheese too!
How to make Whipped Cranberry Goat Cheese
This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
I love using the Cranberry goat cheese log from Costco as my starter for this recipe. I take off all the cranberries outside the log and reserve them for later.
1
Remove Cranberries
Slice the cranberries off of the goat cheese log.
2
Whip
Mix together the goat cheese and the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the cream, garlic powder, salt, and thyme. Spoon into a serving bowl.
3
Mix
With a mixer, whip together the cranberries (save a few for garnish) with the remaining cream, honey, and milk.
Spoon on top of the goat cheese mixture.
4
Drizzle
Drizzle some honey on top. Garnish with the reserved cranberries and a sprig of thyme, and serve with pita bread.
5
Enjoy
This can be made in advance and kept in the fridge. Just take out about an hour before serving.
Love goat cheese? Our Smoked Garlic Goat Cheese is amazing!
Whipped Cranberry Goat Cheese FAQ
Are feta and goat cheese the same thing?
Similar but no, not the same. Feta tends to be less salty. Goat cheese is a lot more creamy and tangy, where Feta is less in both of those. Also, Feta produced in America is made by cow’s milk, where goat cheese can be freely marked and labeled how they use it.
What is goat cheese?
Goat cheese is a creamy and tangy cheese made using goat’s milk. It gives it a unique flavor that stands out from other cheese varieties. When you pair goat cheese with cranberry, it becomes super flavorful, slightly sweet, tangy, and works so well!
Can this dish be made in advance?
Yes! This dip is perfect to make ahead of time. You can make it up to 2 days in advance, and the quality will still be great. You might be able to go even longer, but since I haven’t tried that I don’t want to recommend it to you. 😉
More great holiday recipes to love
Here are even more of our favorite appetizers and desserts that would be great to serve alongside your cranberry goat cheese spread.
Chicken and Chanterelle Crostini
Sauteed chicken with chanterelle mushrooms topped on a toasted crostini with a balsamic glaze drizzled over the top.
Fluffy Cherry Cheesecake Dip
Looking for a sweet dip to serve up? This cherry cheesecake dip is great to pair with graham crackers, fresh fruit, and dip away for a sweet and creamy treat.
Traeger Smoked Italian Meatballs
Fire up that grill and whip up some smokey, juicy, and tender Italian meatballs that will stand out in a table of finger foods and appetizers.
This quick and easy spread recipe that screams the holiday season. Kids and adults will both love this easy and delicious spread. It takes hardly any time to make, and you can have a snack that will leave people talking about it. No one has to know how straightforward it is to whip up.
This delicious dessert is not only incredible to eat, it is GORGEOUS to look at too. Makes an excellent addition to any holiday table!
Don’t forget our Smoked Prime Rib!
How about some cocktails too?
If you want to continue the cranberry theme, I have some delicious cocktails you might enjoy! I know I have. Whip these up and bring it along with your whipped goat cheese and realllly please all of those party-goers.
- Cranberry Orange Mimosa
- Champagne Cranberry Punch
- Rumberry Punch Cranberry Cocktail
- Holiday Wine Spritzer
Whipped Cranberry Goat Cheese
This delicious whipped goat cheese spread has a honey-sweetened cranberry layer that is perfect for all of your upcoming gatherings!
Ingredients
Goat Cheese Layer
- 1 16-ounce log cranberry goat cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
Cranberry Layer
- Cranberries from the goat cheese log
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup cream
- 1/4 cup milk
Garnish
- 1-2 tablespoons honey
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
Instructions
- Slice the cranberries off of the goat cheese log and set aside.
- Whip together the goat cheese and the cream cheese until smooth and combined. Add in the cream, garlic powder, salt, and thyme. Mix together and spoon into a serving bowl.
- Take the cranberries you cut off the log and mix with the honey, cream, and milk until well-blended. The cranberries should break up and mix into the cream and the remaining goat cheese that was cut off the log with the cranberries.
- Spoon the cranberry layer on top of the savory layer, drizzle with honey, and serve with slice baguettes or pita bread.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 181Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 177mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 10gProtein: 3g
Nicole Johnson
Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.