🥬 Endive Boats with Whipped Goat Cheese, Pear & Hot Honey
Crisp Belgian endive leaves filled with creamy whipped goat cheese, juicy pears, crushed walnuts, and a drizzle of warm honey with a hint of chili. Fresh, tangy, crunchy, and just the right amount of heat.
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Ingredients (makes ~12 boats): • 2 heads Belgian endive, leaves separated • 4 oz (115g) goat cheese, softened • 2 tbsp cream cheese or Greek yogurt • 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced • 2 tbsp crushed walnuts or pecans • 1 tbsp honey • Pinch of chili flakes or hot sauce • Fresh thyme or mint (optional)
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Instructions: 1. Whip the cheese: In a bowl, mix goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. 2. Prep the honey: In a small saucepan, gently heat honey with a pinch of chili flakes until warm and infused (1–2 min). Set aside. 3. Assemble: Spoon or pipe whipped goat cheese into endive leaves. Top with a pear slice and crushed nuts. 4. Finish: Drizzle with warm chili honey. Garnish with thyme or mint if using.
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