Apricot and Goat’s Cheese Hors D’Oeuvres
A Simple and Elegant Hors d’Oeuvre You’ll Make Again and Again
Hors d’oeuvre recipes are some of my favourite things to create. These small, flavourful bites let guests sample different foods and enjoy a variety of textures—all in one elegant little serving. A great hors d’oeuvre can set the tone for any gathering, from cozy afternoons to festive celebrations. Do you have a favourite hors d’oeuvre you always return to?
I recently came across a new idea while flipping through a cookbook on a rainy afternoon (We Love Cooking! by The Twin Chefs). The original hors d’oeuvre recipe used walnuts, apricots, blue cheese, and honey. Since blue cheese isn’t my first choice, I swapped in creamy goat’s cheese and ended up with a beautifully balanced, fruity hors d’oeuvre that pairs perfectly with sparkling white wine.
Even though it feels like a bright summer bite, this easy hors d’oeuvre—made with dried fruit, nuts, cheese, and honey—also fits beautifully into fall gatherings and holiday entertaining.
A Crowd-Pleaser Without the Fuss
Another great thing to love, beyond their amazing taste, is how easy they are to make. It takes no time to prepare them at all, yet their presentation is beautiful and elegant. They are the kind of food that elicits “Ooooh, doesn’t that look good!” reactions, followed by “Mmmm, these are incredible!!” reviews. The only down side to making these is having to use mad self-control as to not gobble them all up yourself!
This concept is completely interchangeable as well, so whatever combination you can imagine might work well, you should give a try! For instance, you could use halved fresh apricots, plums or peaches instead of the dried apricot. Or as they suggested in the cooking book, you could try dried fig, goat’s cheese, pecan and honey. Doesn’t that sound delish too!
Whether you make these yummy bites for a relaxing weekend evening to enjoy with a glass of wine, or to serve at a party you are hosting, they will no doubt be enjoyed. And as you can see, they are easy as 1, 2, 3….(4).
Bon Appetit!
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Apricot and Goat’s Cheese Hors d’Oeuvres
- Total Time: 15
Description
These delightful hors d’oeuvres are simple to make and delicious to eat!
Ingredients
- 12 walnut halves
- 12 dried apricots
- 1/4 cup creamy goat’s cheese
- 6 teaspoons of local honey
Instructions
- Place the apricots on a serving platter. Spread with goat’s cheese, top with walnuts and drizzle with honey. Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 7
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
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These look and sound amazing, yum!
xx Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
These are delicious! I did a British Invasion game night and paired these with sausage rolls, smoked salmon baguettes and Pimm’s Cup! Perfect!
I’m so glad to hear that, Bonnie! Your game night theme and snacks sound amazing!