This post is sponsored by WHEAT THINS. The opinions and text are all mine
A delicious and easy appetizer! These Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers are garnished with fresh basil and balsamic vinegar reduction
Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers
Can you believe we are approaching the holiday season?
I am so excited to get in the holiday spirit!
Decorations, baking, inviting immediate family over, singing songs, and having fun.
This year we won’t be able to travel as we usually do. To compensate, I am turning my house into Chanukkah Central. My kids have been convincing me to get a Hanukkah Bush… I honestly have no idea what it is, so we shall see.
Due to the Pandemic, we’re not having parties with friends, but we will see our close cousins, siblings, parents, etc.
These Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers are super easy to make, delicious, and festive. The flavor and textures are perfectly balanced.
When I first made them, I kept thinking that something was missing in terms of flavor. It needed something to make it pop. The reduced balsamic vinegar was the answer. Only a drop on top makes the difference.
For the beets, you can roast them yourself (like I did) or you can buy them pre-roasted at the produce section in your local Publix. Gotta love convenience!
Now let’s talk about the crackers. I used wheat thins, not only are they vessels for the beet and cheese, but they also play a very important role in the crunch and flavor of these morsels.
I hope you can try these delicious Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers at home. If you do, please upload a pic on Instagram and tag me @Livingsweetmoments or use the hashtag #LivingSweet.
Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Crackers
Ingredients
For Roasted Beet
- 1 Beet
- 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
- Salt + Pepper, to taste
Assembly
- 16 WHEAT THINS crackers
- 4 oz Herbed Goat Cheese, softened
- 3 Basil leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Reduced Balsamic Vinegar
Instructions
For Roasted Beet
- Preheat Oven to 350 Degrees Fahrenheit
- Season beet with salt, pepper and drizzle olive oil on top
- Wrap beet in aluminum foil
- Place in a sheet pan and roast for 45 to 60 minutes or until fork tender
- Remove from oven and let them cool a bit inside their foil
- Place beet in a food processor or or chop finely
- Run the beet puree thru a colander to remove excess liquid
Assembly
- Place a bit of the cooled beet puree in each cracker
- Add a dollop of goat cheese and topped with basil and balsamic vinegar
- Serve immediately
Nutrition
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