Description
This simple yet elegant appetizer features creamy Boursin cheese topped with sweet fig jam and crunchy pistachios. Perfect for entertaining, it pairs beautifully with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh veggies for a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 1 package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese (5.2 oz)
Toppings
- 2–3 tablespoons fig jam
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, roughly chopped
To Serve
- Crackers, sliced baguette, or veggies
Instructions
- Prepare the cheese: Place the Boursin cheese wheel on a small serving plate, ensuring it is centered and ready for topping.
- Add fig jam: Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of fig jam generously over the top of the cheese wheel, spreading it evenly to cover the surface for a sweet contrast.
- Sprinkle pistachios: Evenly sprinkle 2 tablespoons of roughly chopped pistachios over the fig jam, adding a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
- Serve: Serve the assembled appetizer immediately with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks. Optionally, you can chill it for up to 4 hours before serving; if chilled, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes prior to serving for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the cheese to come to room temperature before serving if refrigerated.
- Chilling the assembled appetizer for up to 4 hours enhances the flavors but is optional.
- Try using different nuts like almonds or walnuts for variation.
- Serve with an assortment of crackers or fresh vegetables to accommodate different tastes and dietary preferences.
