Warm, creamy whipped goat cheese with bacon and dates — the perfect elegant appetizer for gatherings.

Scale

8 oz goat cheese

2 tbsp cream or Greek yogurt

4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

6 Medjool dates, chopped

1 tbsp honey

1 tsp olive oil

1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Crostini or crackers for serving

1. In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; set aside.

2. Chop dates and mix with crumbled bacon.

3. In a food processor, whip goat cheese and cream until smooth and airy.

4. Spread whipped cheese into a serving bowl.

5. Top with warm bacon-date mixture, honey drizzle, and rosemary.

6. Serve immediately with crostini.

For a vegetarian option, skip the bacon and add toasted nuts or caramelized shallots. Best served slightly warm.

Keywords: whipped goat cheese, bacon, dates, warm appetizer