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Baked Goat Cheese Dip

Published September 9, 2018. Last Updated November 26, 2019 by Cheyanne

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This Baked Goat Cheese Dip is creamy-dreamy and can be ready, from prep to finish, in 30 minutes or less! Decadent goat cheese is whipped with creamy cream cheese and salty parmesan; studded with chewy, sweet sundried tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic fresh herbs. This baked cheese dip is full of flavor and guaranteed to be a  hit at your next party!Overhead shot of Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip garnished with halved cherry tomatoes and micro greens in a small white quart baking dish; surrounded by slices of baguette and and a small vine of fresh tomatoes.

*Updated*

This post was originally published in November 2017. I edited the photos, tweaked the recipe slightly and updated the post below to include more information about this easy goat cheese dip. Plus, I added a recipe video to show you how easy this cheesy dip is to make!

Hi there, friends!

Well, we are t-minus seven days until Thanksgiving (ahh hem and Boy’s birthday. It’s a big one and it happens to fall ON Thanksgiving).

And, we are SMACK DAB in the midst of the holiday entertaining season.

I don’t know about you, but I’m UBER excited!

I love the holly-jolly vibes this season brings.

Plus, getting together with friends and family to share love, laughter, great food and a few bottles of wine is totally my jam.

In honor of the holiday season and all the parties to come, I thought today would be a great time to share a delicious, quick and easy pairing with you guys.

Because you just can’t have a party without a little wine and cheese.

…Okay, you COULD. But let’s be honest, you SHOULDN’T. 😉45 degree angle shot of the inside of a food processor bowl containing the ingredients for Baked Sundried Tomato Goat Cheese Dip with fresh herbs being dropped into the bowl

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    • Can you bake goat cheese?
      • What temperature to bake goat cheese?
    • Notes, Tips & Tricks for the best Baked Goat Cheese Dip recipe:
    • Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip
      • Ingredients
        • Optional for Garnish: Roughly Chopped Herbs, Micro Greens, Toasted Baguette Slices or Crackers, Vine Ripe Tomatoes
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Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip

Tangy, decadent goat cheese whipped with creamy cream cheese and salty parmesan; studded with chewy, sweet sundried tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic fresh herbs. Baked until golden and melty, then topped with juicy vine ripe tomatoes and more chopped herbs.

Light, airy, flavorful and fabulously rich, this dip is what I like to call easy elegance.

Not only is it packed with flavor and easy on the eyes, but it’s also a BREEZE to throw together.

Most of the hands on work is done quickly in the food processor, so this dip can be ready, from prep to finish, in under 30 minutes or less!

Which is perfect, because I don’t know about you, but I actually want to ENJOY my own party, and not spend my time slaving away in the kitchen!

And, don’t forget a few bottles of wine to go along with your baked goat cheese dip appetizer!Close-up, overhead shot of the halved and quartered vine ripe cherry tomatoes and micro greens on top of Baked Goat Cheese Dip.

Can you bake goat cheese?

I feel like the answer to this is fairly obvious, but yes! You can safely bake goat cheese!

However, baked goat cheese isn’t just limited to this dip which is a mixture of goat cheese, cream cheese, sundried tomatoes and herbs. You can also goat cheese into rounds, coat them breadcrumbs and then bake! Baked goat cheese rounds make a delicious addition to salads!

What temperature to bake goat cheese?

The goat cheese in this Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip recipe (and in the above linked recipe) is baked at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. However, the temperature and length of time really depends on the individual recipe!

Close-up, angled shot of the halved and quartered vine ripe cherry tomatoes and micro greens on top of Baked Goat Cheese Dip.

Notes, Tips & Tricks for the best Baked Goat Cheese Dip recipe:

  1. I used plain whipped cream cheese in my dip, but you can absolutely use the regular, plain block of cream cheese in this recipe!
  2. To ensure the baked cheese dip gets light and airy once whipped, make sure you allow your goat cheese and cream cheese to come to room temperature by removing them from the refrigerator and placing them on the counter for 30 minutes or so.
  3. You can use any combination of fresh herbs, or just one single herb that is your favorite in this recipe. If you are using a stronger herb, such as rosemary or thyme, use a smaller amount. I used 1 ½ TBS Basil, 1 TBS Oregano, 1 TBS Chives and ½ TBS Thyme in mine.
  4. If you like a darker, golden brown color to the top of your dip, switch the oven to broil during the last few minutes of cooking. Just make sure you watch the dip carefully, as it can go from golden brown and delicious to burnt in matter of seconds!
  5. I served my baked goat cheese dip with tomatoes and toasted baguette slices. To easily toast a baguette – cut into thick slices on the diagonal. Brush each slice generously with extra virgin olive oil. Bake at 400 degrees F for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly toasted.

45 degree angle shot of a baguette slice dipped into a small white quart baking dish containing Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip garnished with halved cherry tomatoes and micro greens.45 degree angle shot of a hand with a baguette slice dipping into a small white quart baking dish containing Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip garnished with halved cherry tomatoes and micro greens; slices of baguette and a bottle of wine blurred in the background

This Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip is a guaranteed crowd pleaser! Serve it with a few bottles of wine and you have the perfect pairing for your next holiday party or festive gathering!

Until Monday, friends, cheers – to the dynamic duo of wine and cheese!

XOXO

Cheyanne

 

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How to make the best Baked Goat Cheese Dip recipe👇

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Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip

This Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip is creamy-dreamy and can be ready, from prep to finish, in 30 minutes or less!   Decadent goat cheese is whipped with creamy cream cheese and salty parmesan; studded with chewy, sweet sundried tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic fresh herbs.  This dip is full of flavor and guaranteed to be a  hit at your next party!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, basil, dip, garlic, goat cheese, herb, snack, sundried, tomatoes
Servings: 6
Calories: 271kcal
Author: Cheyanne Holzworth

Ingredients

  • 1 (10 ounce) Log Goat Cheese – at room temperature
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese – at room temperature
  • ¼ Cup Parmesan Cheese – freshly grated, plus more for garnish
  • 1 large Clove Garlic – peeled & roughly chopped
  • 1 TBS Sundried Tomato Oil
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
  • ¼ Cup Snipped Fresh Herbs Oregano*, Thyme*, Basil*, Rosemary, Chives*, Parsley*
  • ¼ Cup Sundried Tomatoes in oil – drained and roughly chopped, plus more for garnish (about 6 tomatoes)

Optional for Garnish: Roughly Chopped Herbs, Micro Greens, Toasted Baguette Slices or Crackers, Vine Ripe Tomatoes

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
    • In the bowl of a small food processor fitted with a metal blade, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, parmesan, garlic, oil, salt and pepper. Process until smooth.
    • Add in the herbs and tomatoes. Stir to combine.
    • Brush a small 1 quart baking dish with oil or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Transfer the cheese mixture into the dish.
    • Bake until golden, bubbly and slightly golden in color, about 12-18 minutes. OPTIONAL: For a darker golden top, switch the oven to broil during the last few minutes of baking*.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Top with optional garnishes and serve with toasted baguette or crackers. Enjoy!

    Video

    Notes

    Yield:  Roughly 2 Cups
    1. I used plain whipped cream cheese in my dip, but you can absolutely use the regular, plain block of cream cheese in this recipe!
    2. To ensure the baked cheese dip gets light and airy once whipped, make sure you allow your goat cheese and cream cheese to come to room temperature by removing them from the refrigerator and placing them on the counter for 30 minutes or so.
    3. You can use any combination of fresh herbs, or just one single herb that is your favorite in this recipe. If you are using a stronger herb, such as rosemary or thyme, use a smaller amount. I used 1 ½ TBS Basil, 1 TBS Oregano, 1 TBS Chives and ½ TBS Thyme in mine.
    4. If you like a darker, golden brown color to the top of your dip, switch the oven to broil during the last few minutes of cooking. Just make sure you watch the dip carefully, as it can go from golden brown and delicious to burnt in matter of seconds!
    5. I served my goat cheese dip with toasted baguette slices. To easily toast a baguette – cut into thick slices on the diagonal. Brush each slice generously with extra virgin olive oil. Bake at 400 degrees F for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly toasted.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 515mg | Potassium: 221mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 865IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 2.1mg

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    Comments

    1. Kevin says

      September 11, 2018 at 3:22 pm

      5 stars
      This dip looks so good! I love the sundried tomatoes in there! Great appetizer for Game Days!

      Reply
    2. Shashi at SavorySpin says

      September 10, 2018 at 9:46 am

      5 stars
      So glad you republished this, Cheyanne! This dip = WOW! I usually get a crab ad lobster dip from Costco to serve for holiday get togethers but this would be so much tastier and more unique! BTW, Your new pictures are fantastic! Happy Monday my friend! xoxo

      Reply
    3. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      September 10, 2018 at 7:53 am

      5 stars
      I’m lining up all my appys for football season Chey and this will need to be on the list for sure! So perfect for the upcoming holidays too. Love the video!

      Reply
    4. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

      September 9, 2018 at 5:39 pm

      5 stars
      I would eat this whole thing and not share with anyone, Cheyanne! I love anything made with lots of delicious cheese – so this is my idea of a perfect appetizer! Big glass of wine and I’m all set 🙂

      Reply
    5. Amanda says

      August 22, 2018 at 12:27 pm

      5 stars
      All that cheesy goodness looks ah-mazing! I think I might have drooled.

      Reply
    6. Marissa says

      November 26, 2017 at 8:16 pm

      5 stars
      You’ve got me drooling on my keyboard, Chey! This looks just fabulous!! Perfect party app for the holiday season or for me to curl up on the couch with haha!

      Reply
    7. marcie says

      November 19, 2017 at 11:44 pm

      That’s pretty special to have your birthday fall on Thanksgiving. You’re guaranteed to have the best meal ever! I love holiday food and appetizers are the top of my list. This goat cheese dip looks so wonderful and I think that I’d rather make it just for myself because I’d go through this fast! This looks amazing Cheyanne!

      Reply
    8. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      November 16, 2017 at 6:15 pm

      I’ve had a crazy frazzling day Chey and this yummy dip with a big ass glass of wine is just what I NEED right now!! This is going to be perfect for holiday munching! I can’t wait to try it! Thank God it’s almost the weekend! XO

      Reply
    9. Ben|Havocinthekitchen says

      November 16, 2017 at 1:50 pm

      5 stars
      Chey, “Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip” is the wrong name. It should absolutely sound something like that “Baked Sundried Tomato & Herb Goat Cheese Dip for Ben”. Because you know my love for goat cheese and dried tomatoes. It’s funny that I’ve used these ingredients together in cold appetizers many times, but I’ve never thought making a baked dip. You’re genius, buddy (And I’m jealous as that wasn’t me who came up with this amazing idea). Perfection!

      Reply
    10. Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table says

      November 16, 2017 at 1:33 pm

      5 stars
      Wine and cheese are a definite MUST for holiday entertaining and I love how you’ve taken both to a new level with this tasty pairing! Sun dried tomatoes and goat cheese are some of my favorites and putting them together in this baked dip is just drool-worthy! Plus those gorgeous whites sound like they go so well. Thanks for planning my next get-together for me! Have fun prepping for the doubly big day next week – what a lot to celebrate! XO

      Reply
    11. [email protected]'s Recipes says

      November 16, 2017 at 9:09 am

      I need to make this 3-cheese-dip ASAP! Great with buttery chardonnay!

      Reply
    12. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

      November 16, 2017 at 9:09 am

      Oh heck, that CHEESE! The melty cheese on top of the dip is killing me! This is so perfect for all the upcoming holiday parties I can’t wait for :). Happy early birthday to Boy! Have a great weekend, Chey!

      Reply
    13. Danielle says

      November 16, 2017 at 8:20 am

      5 stars
      YES. I love this. I’ve got some leftover goat cheese in my fridge from something I made recently (not sure why I can’t remember what it was…). Now I have something to do with it. The flavors here sound awesome – sundried tomatoes are just so delicious, and of course, parm cheese…YUM. This sounds like a great Thanksgiving potluck dish 🙂

      Reply
    14. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

      November 16, 2017 at 8:13 am

      5 stars
      This is totally getting me in the mood for holiday parties! Love the combination of goat cheese with sundried tomatoes and of course, the lovely wine 🙂 Beautiful!

      Reply
    15. [email protected] says

      November 16, 2017 at 7:53 am

      5 stars
      This is the dip I’ll be standing next to all night! That’s a party right there, my friend! Delicious! Cheers! xoxo

      Reply
    16. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

      November 16, 2017 at 7:20 am

      We are getting down to crunch time for turkey day! My sister in law’s birthday is also on Thanksgiving too. All the more reason to celebrate! 🙂 I think I could just eat this entire dish of goat cheese, Cheyanne! Baked cheese is pretty much the best thing ever, especially with those sun-dried tomatoes. Looks SO good for an impressively easy appetizer. Pinned! Have a great weekend!

      Reply

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