Herb-and-Garlic Goat Cheese Truffles

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Herb-and-Garlic Goat Cheese Truffles
45 min.
24
86kcal

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Elevate your next gathering with these delectable Herb-and-Garlic Goat Cheese Truffles, an irresistible vegetarian and gluten-free dish that promises to delight your guests. These creamy, mouthwatering truffles combine the rich flavors of goat cheese and cream cheese, infused with the fresh and aromatic notes of basil, chives, and roasted garlic. With only 45 minutes of preparation time, you can create a sophisticated appetizer that will impress even the most discerning palates.

Perfectly paired with crisp pecans that bring a delightful crunch, these truffles are not only stunning in presentation but also packed with satisfying flavors. Whether you serve them as part of an antipasti platter, a starter for your dinner party, or a classy snack, these bites are sure to be a showstopper. Plus, with only 86 calories per truffle, you can indulge in a few without any guilt.

Add a touch of elegance to your appetizer lineup with these Herb-and-Garlic Goat Cheese Truffles. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a quiet night in, these delightful treats make for a fantastic culinary experience. So roll up your sleeves, whip up this scrumptious recipe, and watch as your guests rave about your culinary prowess!

Ingredients

  • ounce cream cheese softened
  • tablespoon basil fresh minced
  • tablespoon chives fresh minced
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • ounce log mild 
  • cup pecans toasted finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon cracked pepper black
  • teaspoons roasted garlic minced
  • slices strawberry melon wedges 

Equipment

  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Beat first 3 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Stir in chives and next 3 ingredients. Cover and chill 2 hours or until firm.
  2. Shape cheese mixture into 24 (1 1/2-inch) balls; roll evenly in pecans. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
  3. Serve with fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Calories86kcal
Protein10.69%
Fat81.34%
Carbs7.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.58
Glycemic Load
0.34
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.610434739486%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.6mg
Petunidin
0.01mg
Delphinidin
0.35mg
Pelargonidin
1.72mg
Catechin
0.54mg
Epigallocatechin
0.31mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:85.77kcal
4.29%
Fat:8.04g
12.37%
Saturated Fat:3.22g
20.15%
Carbohydrates:1.77g
0.59%
Net Carbohydrates:1.18g
0.43%
Sugar:0.95g
1.05%
Cholesterol:12.8mg
4.27%
Sodium:55.86mg
2.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.38g
4.75%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.4%
Copper:0.11mg
5.64%
Vitamin C:4.32mg
5.24%
Phosphorus:42.89mg
4.29%
Vitamin A:213.59IU
4.27%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.33%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.62%
Calcium:24.06mg
2.41%
Fiber:0.59g
2.37%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.21%
Magnesium:8.6mg
2.15%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.89%
Selenium:1.23µg
1.76%
Iron:0.3mg
1.66%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.52%
Potassium:45.41mg
1.3%
Vitamin K:1.32µg
1.26%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.2%
Folate:4.6µg
1.15%
Source:My Recipes