Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) soft goat cheese, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp (30g) plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp (5ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pinch (1g) sea salt
  • 1/3 cup (80g) low-sugar fig jam
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) warm water
  • 1 tsp (5ml) balsamic glaze
  • 2 tbsp (30g) chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1 tsp (1g) fresh thyme leaves

Instructions:

  1. Place the softened goat cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and salt into a bowl.
  2. Use a hand mixer on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and velvety.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sugar fig jam and warm water until glossy and pourable.
  4. Stir the balsamic glaze into the fig jam mixture to add depth.
  5. Spoon the whipped goat cheese into a serving dish, using the back of a spoon to create a swirling well in the center.
  6. Pour the tempered fig jam into the swirls of the cheese.
  7. Sprinkle the toasted pecans and fresh thyme over the top for garnish.