Baked goat cheese log with figs and prosciutto

This baked goat cheese log with figs and prosciutto is an elegant finger food option to serve as starter or with cocktails. If you’re looking for an easy yet pretty goat cheese log appetizer, these baked chevre bits will not disappoint.

10 minutes in the oven and a small selection of ingredients make this baked goat cheese log with figs and prosciutto a show stopper of an appetizer. A fantastic finger food option along with drinks, or a great starter to a nice dinner, these baked chevre bits will never disappoint and take way less effort than what many people may think. #bakedchevrebits #goatcheeselog #goatcheeseappetizer

 Goat cheese log appetizer

As soon as the fall approaches, everybody is looking for new ideas to use what’s in season and especially suit the mood of the new time of the year. Figs are among late summer’s greatest gifts, and they pair so wonderfully with goat cheese.

Baked brie with all sorts of toppings is a popular starter, but baked goat cheese should deserve the same sort of recognition. In this baked goat cheese recipe we are using a ripened goat cheese log. It only needs a few minutes in the oven, then it is topped with a delicious array of ingredients. Basically, it is like the essence of a charcuterie board! Every bit comes with cheese, cold cuts, fruit and nuts. A fantastic appetizer in the fall!

Another goat cheese appetizer: garlicky mushroom crostini!

Baked goat cheese log with figs and prosciutto.

The ingredients

To make these baked chevre bits you will need the following ingredients:

  • 1 ripened goat cheese log (about 200 g)
  • 4 prosciutto slices
  • 1 fresh fig
  • 10 walnuts
  • honey

The yield is 8 bits. If serving this along with other finger foods, 2 per person might be enough as a small starter, so one log serves 4 people. If planning on having only this, you should definitely double up the recipe, as one log would be enough to serve 2 people (with 4 baked cheese bits per person).

Loving this combination? You’ll love my fig and goat cheese salad!

Goat log on a cutting board, prosciutto, walnuts, figs and honey in a jar.

How to make baked goat cheese log

  • Slice the goat cheese log into 8 pieces. Place them on a sheet pan lined with baking paper and bake in the preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) for 10 minutes.
  • As the cheese bakes, take care of the other ingredients: cut the prosciutto slices in half, chop the walnuts, slice the fig in 8.
  • Take the cheese out of the oven and place the baked goat cheese slices on a serving plate.

Serve them with a batch of homemade sourdough grissini!

Decorating the baked chevre bits

  • Sprinkle half of the chopped walnuts over the baked chevre slices.
  • Place a half prosciutto slice over every cheese bit, gently ruffled.
  • Place a fig slice on top of the prosciutto.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the walnuts on top of the figs and prosciutto, as well as in between the slices on the serving plate, just as decor.

Baked chevre bits with figs and prosciutto.

  • If your honey is not liquid, warm it lightly to make it runnier. Pour some honey over every goat cheese slice.

Drizzling honey over baked chevre with figs and prosciutto.

It’s aperitivo time!

A single serving taste of all the good things you can find on a charcuterie board, these baked goat cheese log treats are definitely stunning and very easy to prepare. They take a very short time to make, so they’re very easy to whip up as your guests are sipping on their first glass of aperitivo. But if you’d rather join in on the libations than bustle in the kitchen, rest assured. These goat cheese bits are delicious also cold, so you can make them in advance and let them wait on the table. You can keep them at room temperature before serving fo up to 2 hours, covered with a clean tea towel. Not recommended in places where room temperature is hotter than 23°C.

Pairing small finger food with the first drink for the evening is a lovely way to start a dinner. While the guests are coming in in batches and it’s not time to take a seat at the dinner table yet, preparing the palate for the meal to come is a lovely ritual. These baked goat cheese log bits are excellent aperitivo material, and can go great with a variety of drinks. Here are some suggestions:

  • Campari soda – a low alcohol aperitivo that is very popular in Italy. The fragrance of the bitter liqueur provides a nice contrast to the tangy mouldy cheese.
  • Brown lemonade – an alcohol-free alternative that stimulates the palate, this lemonade is enriched with the molasses flavour of muscovado sugar and pairs well with the sweet notes of the food.
  • A light-bodied red wine low in tannins like beaujolais or pinot noir would be a fantastic wine choice to go with the fresh figs and the prosciutto.
Drizzling honey over baked chevre with figs and prosciutto.
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5 from 9 votes

Baked goat cheese log with figs and prosciutto

Baked chevre bits topped with figs, prosciutto, walnuts and honey. A delicious and pretty starter that takes very little to whip up and makes quite an impression.
Course Starter
Cuisine Italian
Keyword aperitivo, baked goat cheese, finger food, fresh fig
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 478kcal
Author Eva | Electric Blue Food

Equipment

  • Oven tray
  • Spoons
  • Cutting board and knife

Ingredients

  • 200 g goat cheese (1 log)
  • 4 slices prosciutto
  • 1 fig
  • 10 walnuts
  • 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

  • Slice the goat cheese log into 8 pieces. Place them on an oven tray lined with baking paper and bake in the preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) for 10 minutes.
  • As the cheese bakes, cut the prosciutto slices in half and roughly chop the walnuts. Slice up the fig. If the honey is not liquid, lightly warm it to melt for easier drizzling.
  • Take the cheese slices out of the oven and transfer to a serving plate.
  • Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the cheese. Place prosciutto slice lightly ruffled over the walnuts. Top with a fig slice.
  • Gently drizzle the honey over every cheese bit. Top with remaining chopped walnuts.

Notes

The yield is 8 bits. If serving this along with other finger foods, 2 per person might be enough as a small starter, so one log serves 4 people. If planning on having only this, you should definitely double up the recipe, as one log would be enough to serve 2 people (with 4 baked cheese bits per person).
Nutrition Facts
Baked goat cheese log with figs and prosciutto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 478 Calories from Fat 306
% Daily Value*
Fat 34g52%
Saturated Fat 17g106%
Cholesterol 57mg19%
Sodium 475mg21%
Potassium 160mg5%
Carbohydrates 24g8%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 22g24%
Protein 22g44%
Vitamin A 1069IU21%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 159mg16%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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20 Comments

  1. Gloria October 19, 2020 at 19:21

    5 stars
    Oh yum. So many of my favourite things in one tasty bite. This is perfect for holiday entertaining.

    Reply
    1. Eva October 24, 2020 at 12:02

      Thank you Gloria! This is definitely ending up on my holiday table indeed!

      Reply
  2. Kushigalu October 24, 2020 at 03:52

    5 stars
    What a pretty starter to serve this holiday season. All time favorite and pics are just gorgeous?

    Reply
    1. Eva October 24, 2020 at 12:02

      Thank you Kushigalu!

      Reply
  3. Debbie October 24, 2020 at 05:32

    5 stars
    What a lovely combination of flavors. I love the goat cheese with honey and adding the figs and prosciutto is just wonder. Such a simple but elegant dish.

    Reply
    1. Eva October 24, 2020 at 12:03

      Thanks Debbie! Simple but elegant sums it up perfectly!

      Reply
  4. Paige October 24, 2020 at 16:27

    5 stars
    Beautiful presentation and idea. Love how easy this would be for the holidays too!

    Reply
    1. Eva October 25, 2020 at 19:25

      Thank you Paige!

      Reply
  5. Jacqueline Debono October 25, 2020 at 18:05

    5 stars
    You had me at baked goat cheese. I love it!! It’s so good with the figs, honey and prosciutto too. A totally divine appetizer!

    Reply
    1. Eva October 25, 2020 at 19:25

      Thanks Jacqui! I am a big fan of goat cheese, too!

      Reply
  6. HEATHER October 25, 2020 at 23:11

    5 stars
    This combined all my fave flavors into one amazing tiny bite. Super easy to throw together too!!

    Reply
    1. Eva October 27, 2020 at 11:28

      Thank you Heather!

      Reply
  7. Tara October 26, 2020 at 02:30

    5 stars
    I love all of these ingredients on their own! Putting them together is pure genius. I can’t wait to serve this at my next Holiday party!

    Reply
    1. Eva October 27, 2020 at 11:31

      Me too! It’s such a delightful bite every time with these flavours!

      Reply
  8. Tracy October 26, 2020 at 05:26

    5 stars
    This is simply stunning and delicious! Such an elegant dessert – amazing. The perfect way to marry cheese and figs!

    Reply
    1. Eva October 27, 2020 at 11:31

      Yes indeed. Thank you Tracy!

      Reply
  9. Sam October 26, 2020 at 06:53

    These little bites look amazing! I am loving the flavours you have put together here, sounds pretty mouthwatering. Pinning to try soon.

    Reply
    1. Eva October 27, 2020 at 11:31

      Hope you will enjoy them, Sam!

      Reply
  10. Natalie October 26, 2020 at 16:18

    5 stars
    This is such a beautiful and delicious appetizer idea. I just visualize it on my Holiday table. Perfect! I can’t wait to make this. I bet my family will enjoy this too.

    Reply
    1. Eva October 27, 2020 at 11:32

      Thank you Natalie! I’m sure they’ll look fantastic on your holiday table!

      Reply

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