Baked Goat Cheese Dip

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Baked goat cheese dip in a casserole dish

Prep

10 minutes

Cook

50 minutes

Yield

4 -6

🧀 This bubbling baked goat cheese dip with juicy tomatoes and fresh herbs is holiday entertaining made easy! Prep in just 10 minutes, then let your oven do the work. Don't forget the drizzle of honey for that perfect sweet-savory finish!

This creamy, savory, and sweet baked goat cheese dip is the one you need for all your get-togethers. It is loaded with flavor from the juicy tomatoes, garlic, creamy goat cheese, and seasoning. This dip is great to whip up and serve as an appetizer at your holiday get-together.

❤️ Why You’ll Love Baked Goat Cheese Dip

  • Flavorful: The spices, garlic, goat cheese, and tomatoes combine so nicely in this recipe.
  • Quick Prep: Prep this in only 10 minutes, then bake it up. So easy to make!
  • Versatile: If you want to make this plant-based, swap out the herbs for what you prefer and use vegan cheeses.
Close-up of baked goat cheese dip

🍲 Ingredients

Goat CheeseGoat cheese is full of beneficial probiotics, so it’s great for your gut health. It’s also delicious and creamy. Goat cheese is great in salads, on its own, on crackers, in recipes, in pastas—the list goes on and on. Its tangy flavor and creamy texture create the perfect base for this warm, indulgent dip.

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Olive Oil – I made this recipe with Bona Fortuna Olive Oil. This olive oil is one of my favs and a necessity in my kitchen. I used their limited release Grand Cru extra virgin olive oil. It’s made with a blend of the best olives, and is so flavorful. I can’t stress enough the importance of using a quality olive oil in your cooking. It makes SUCH a difference. This oil is great as a finishing oil on things like soup, pizza, dips, etc.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Baked Goat Cheese Dip

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. To a small square baking sheet of choice, add the olive oil, onions, garlic, tomatoes, goat cheese, oregano, pepper and chilli flakes. Bake for 50 minutes or until the mixture is completely bubbly and the goat cheese is golden in color.
  3. While that bakes, cut your desired bread loaf into thin slices, coat with more olive oil and brush with a fresh garlic clove. Cook on the parchment live baking sheet for 5 minutes on each side once the goat cheese has been in the oven for 40 minutes.  Remove both dishes once cooked.
  4. To a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp. of olive oil, chopped fresh oregano and basil.  Stir till combined.
  5. Serve this oil on top of the goat cheese dip with a drizzling of honey! Dip with bread and live your best life! Enjoy!
Close up of baked goat cheese dip

🪄 Tips and Tricks

  • Temperature: Let goat cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before baking for the creamiest texture.
  • Broiling: For an extra golden top, broil for 1-2 minutes of baking (observe to prevent burning).
  • Consistency: If you prefer a looser dip, add 2-3 tablespoons of cream before baking.
  • Presentation: Serve in the baking dish to keep the dip warm throughout your gathering.

🗒 Variations

  • Cheese: If you are vegan or dairy-free, use your favorite vegan cheese! I would suggest a soft/salty cheese!
  • Herbs: I always recommend using fresh herbs for the finishing touches, but dried herbs work in a pinch – just use 1/3 the amount.
  • Tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes are ideal, but you can substitute diced Roma or plum tomatoes.
  • Heat: Adjust the chili flakes to your preferred spice level, or omit them entirely for a milder dip.


🗒 Best served with

Baked goat cheese dip with fresh bread inside for dipping

👝 How to Store Leftovers

This dip is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

🤔 Common Questions

Can I make this baked goat cheese dip ahead of time?

Yes! Assemble the dip up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate, covered. Add an extra 5-10 minutes to the baking time if cooking directly from the refrigerator.

How do I know when the dip is done baking?

The dip should be bubbling around the edges, and the top should be golden brown. The tomatoes will be soft and slightly caramelized.

Why is my dip too runny?

Some goat cheeses have higher moisture content than others. If your dip seems too runny, try baking it longer to reduce the liquid, or serve with a slotted spoon.

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Absolutely! Feta makes a nice substitute, though it won’t get as creamy. A combination of goat and cream cheese also works well for a milder flavor.

Can I add other ingredients to this dip?

Yes! For different flavor variations, try adding chopped olives, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes.

What kind of bread works best for dipping?

A crusty baguette or ciabatta works beautifully. For gluten-free options, try rice crackers or a gluten-free baguette.

What else can I serve with this dip besides bread?

Crunchy vegetables like cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, or endive leaves make great low-carb options. Crackers or pita chips work well too.

Baked Goat Cheese Dip

5 from 7 votes
🧀 This bubbling baked goat cheese dip with juicy tomatoes and fresh herbs is holiday entertaining made easy! Prep in just 10 minutes, then let your oven do the work. Don't forget the drizzle of honey for that perfect sweet-savory finish!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Vegetarian
Cuisine Vegetarian, European-Inspired
Servings 4 -6
Calories 241 kcal

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Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • To a small square baking sheet of choice, add the olive oil, onions, garlic, tomatoes, goat cheese, oregano, pepper and chilli flakes. Bake for 50 minutes or until the mixture is completely bubbly and the goat cheese is golden in color.
  • While that bakes, cut your desired bread loaf into thin slices, coat with more olive oil and brush with a fresh garlic clove. Cook on the parchment live baking sheet for 5 minutes on each side once the goat cheese has been in the oven for 40 minutes.  Remove both dishes once cooked.
  • To a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp. of olive oil, chopped fresh oregano and basil.  Stir till combined.
  • Serve this oil on top of the goat cheese dip with a drizzling of honey! Dip with bread and live your best life! Enjoy!

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Notes

If you are vegan, use your favourite vegan cheese! I would suggest a soft/salty cheese!
I always recommend using fresh herbs for the finishing touches!

Nutrition

Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 30.8g | Protein: 4.7g | Fat: 12.1g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.4g | Sodium: 31.3mg | Fiber: 1.9g | Sugar: 2.9g
Review This Recipe Let us know how it was!
Lorraine Jarron

This is so good! Made it for an appetizer and then again for a small meal for hubby and I. So easy, so delicious!

Maria Koutsogiannis

THIS IS GREAT!! Thanks for the love, hun!

Erica Marshall

Such a hit on Christmas day in my household. Thanks for this easy beautiful recipe!!

Maria Koutsogiannis

Thank you so much for making this!

Tracy

5 stars
My family and I couldn’t get enough of this dip!

Maria Koutsogiannis

so glad you loved this tracy!

Roni

5 stars
Baked Goat Cheese is such a great appetizer for holiday parties, it always disappears!

Maria Koutsogiannis

you really have to get to it fast!

Brenda

5 stars
Baked goat cheese dip is one of the most wonderful ways to dip. Beautiful recipe!

Maria Koutsogiannis

so so so good!

Lori

5 stars
This is so simple but SO DELICIOUS!

Maria Koutsogiannis

truly so good and easy!

Karen

5 stars
Such a wonderful, pretty dip for entertaining! Delicious!

Maria Koutsogiannis

thanks hun!

Nelly

5 stars
Cool, it’s been a while since I’ve made a dip. I love dips. Really excited to try it with goat cheese, Thank you!!

Maria Koutsogiannis

its so good!

Rue

5 stars
I made this and it was a total hit. Making it again tomorrow !!

Maria Koutsogiannis

thanks for the love, rue!

5 from 7 votes

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