Whipped Cracklin Rose Goat Cheese

This recipe is fresh, bright, and perfect for spring and summer snacking!

 Ingredients

• 8 oz. goat cheese softened to room temperature

• 4 oz. cream cheese softened for a smoother texture

• 2 tbsp. Cracklin Rose syrup

• 1 tbsp. olive oil (optional, but this helps create a fluffier texture)

• 1/4 tsp. salt

• zest of half a fresh lemon

• optional, and highly recommended toppings:

  • fresh sliced strawberries

  • cracked pink peppercorns

  • rough chopped saled and roasted pistachios

  • fresh basil

  • additional syrup for drizzling

• 1 baguette lightly drizzled with olive oil and toasted or thick rustic crackers

Instruction

• pre-heat your oven to 350 F

• slice and toast your baguette and set aside

• add your cheeses, oil, salt, and syrup to a stand mixer or a food processor and mix until smooth and fluffy in texture

• once your cheese mixture is smooth, you can add it back to the refrigerator to firm up a bit if needed

• Garnish the dish with lemon zest and serve with the toasted baguette or thick crackers