Best 6 Goat Cheese Cranberry And Walnut Canapes Recipes

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If you are seeking a delectable and impressive appetizer to serve at your next gathering, look no further than goat cheese cranberry and walnut canapes. This culinary delight combines the tangy and creamy richness of goat cheese, the vibrant sweetness of cranberries, and the nutty crunch of walnuts to create an unforgettable taste experience. Not only is this appetizer visually appealing with its festive colors, but it is also quick and easy to prepare, making it the perfect choice for busy hosts or those new to the art of canapes.

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GOAT CHEESE, CRANBERRY, AND WALNUT CANAPES



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Tart goat cheese is the perfect counterpoint to crunchy, rich walnuts in this appetizer perfect for your next cocktail party.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 20m

Yield Makes 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 walnut halves (about 3/4 cup)
4 teaspoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Coarse salt and ground pepper
24 thin slices whole-wheat baguette, from 1/2 baguette
8 ounces fresh goat cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, plus leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss nuts with 1 teaspoon oil and cinnamon; season with salt and pepper. Bake until golden, 4 to 6 minutes; set aside to cool.
  • Spread baguette slices on same baking sheet and brush with remaining 3 teaspoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Bake until lightly toasted, 10 to 15 minutes, rotating pan halfway through; set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together cheese and 2 tablespoons water until smooth; stir in cranberries and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Divide goat cheese among bread slices and top each with a walnut and thyme leaves.

GOAT CHEESE, CRANBERRY & WALNUT CANAPES RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Goat Cheese, Cranberry & Walnut Canapes Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by LRay

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 walnut halves (about 3/4 cup)
4 teaspoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Coarse salt and ground pepper
24 thin slices whole-wheat baguette, from 1/2 baguette
8 ounces fresh goat cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, choped, plus whole leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss nuts with 1 teaspoon oil and cinnamon; season with salt and pepper. Bake until golden, 4 to 6 minutes; set aside to cool. Spread baguette slices on same baking sheet and brush with remaining 3 teaspoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Bake until lightly toasted, 10 to 15 minutes, rotating pan halfway through; set aside to cool. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together cheese and 2 tablespoons water until smooth; stir in cranberries and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Divide goat cheese among bread slices and top each with a walnut and thyme leaves. Cook's Notes: To make ahead, refrigerate goat cheese mixture, covered, up to 1 day. Store roasted walnuts at room temperature, up to 1 day.

SUNNY'S EASY CRANBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 20 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chicken stock
4 teaspoons honey
20 to 24 fresh rosemary leaves
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
20 store-bought crostini
8 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the cranberries, stock, honey, rosemary, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a boil. Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from the heat and let cool in the pan.
  • Smear the crostini with the goat cheese, then top with the cooked cranberries.

CHAVRIE FRESH GOAT CHEESE WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES AND WALNUTS



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This is an easy, quick appetizer for any occasion! The sweetness of the cranberries and the crunch of the walnuts are just wonderful with the creamy fresh goat cheese.

Provided by Corrinne J

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 1 appetizer, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (5 1/3 ounce) package chavrie goat cheese (pyramid)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup walnut pieces
1 teaspoon chopped mint

Steps:

  • Place dried cranberries in a food processor and chop very quickly in pulse mode.
  • Add chopped walnuts and pulse for 10 seconds.
  • Place chopped dried cranberries, walnuts and mint in a plastic bag and shake until well mixed.
  • Pour mixture onto a sheet tray.
  • Remove Chavrie® from package while maintaining pyramid shape (see package for details) and gently press in each side in mixture until well coated.
  • Serve on cheese board with crackers or rustic bread.
  • Variations:.
  • Replace dried cranberries with dried cherries, raisins or golden raisins.
  • Replace walnuts with almonds, hazelnuts pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.7, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 129.4, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 6.9

GOAT'S CHEESE & CRANBERRY TARTLETS



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These vegetarian tartlets make great finger food for a festive drinks party

Provided by Jo Pratt

Categories     Buffet, Snack, Starter

Time 1h

Yield Makes 20-24

Number Of Ingredients 7

375-425g pack ready-rolled puff pastry or 500g pack ready-made pastry rolled 5mm thick
1 egg , beaten
3 tbsp cranberry sauce or a good-quality chutney
3 x 120g goat's cheese logs (such as Soignon Petit Sainte-Maure), at room temperature
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaf
extra-virgin olive oil , for drizzling
rocket leaves, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to fan 200C/conventional 220C/gas 7. Lay pastry on a floured work surface. Using a round 7.5cm round pastry cutter, cut out as many circles as possible.
  • Sit them on oiled baking sheets and score a circle about 2.5cm in from the edge of each disc by pressing gently with a 5cm cutter. Pierce the middle of each with a fork, brush with egg and top with a little cranberry sauce or chutney.
  • Slice the cheese 5mm thick so you have a slice per disc (discard end rinds). Lay a slice on each tartlet, then top with thyme leaves, a drizzle of oil and a twist of black pepper.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is golden and the pastry crispy. Cool for 5 minutes and serve warm, garnished with rocket leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.37 milligram of sodium

SPRING MIX WITH WALNUTS, CRANBERRIES AND GOAT CHEESE



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This is a refreshing salad, that may be served alongside a meal, or made a little larger, for a meal in itself! The amount of ingredients is just a suggestion; add the amounts to suit yourself!

Provided by alligirl

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 2 salads, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces spring greens, lettuces
2 ounces walnuts, toasted and rough chopped
2 ounces dried sweetened cranberries (Craisins are my choice)
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
raspberry walnut vinaigrette, to taste
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse lettuces; divide between 2 bowls.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts, cranberries and goat cheese, evenly between the 2 bowls.
  • Dress with vinaigrette, to taste: Salt and Pepper, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.4, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 147.7, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 19.9, Protein 10.5

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh goat cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts are essential.
  • If you don't have time to make your own goat cheese spread, you can use a store-bought version.
  • Be careful not to overmix the goat cheese mixture, as this can make it grainy.
  • If you don't have any cranberry sauce on hand, you can make your own by simmering fresh or frozen cranberries with sugar and water.
  • The canapés can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Goat cheese, cranberry, and walnut canapés are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your guests!

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