INGREDIENTS:

• 8 oz goat cheese
• 2–3 tablespoons Sugar Bob’s Smoked Maple Sriracha (any variety works!)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
• Fresh thyme, rosemary, or chives (optional garnish)
• Toasted nuts: pecans, walnuts, or almonds (optional for crunch)
• Crostini, crackers, or sliced baguette (for serving)
• Optional extras: cucumber slices, roasted grapes, sliced apples or pears

This fast, crowd-pleasing appetizer balances tangy goat cheese with the bold, sweet heat of Sugar Bob’s Smoked Maple Sriracha. Perfect for happy hour, holiday spreads, or low-effort weekday grazing.

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Let the goat cheese come to room temperature for 10–15 minutes so it spreads easily.
• Plate it your way: serve as a rustic log, a smooth spread, or a shallow bowl of whipped goat cheese.
• Drizzle generously with Sugar Bob’s Smoked Maple Sriracha.
• Serve with your favorite crackers, toasted baguette, or crisp veggies.
• Want it warm? Bake the goat cheese at 350°F for 5–7 minutes, then drizzle with Sriracha just before serving.

Optional Add-Ons:

• Drizzle with olive oil for extra richness
• Sprinkle herbs for color and flavor
• Add toasted nuts for texture and balance

Make it a moment:

• Add to a charcuterie board with cured meats and dried fruits
• Pair with a bold red wine, cider, or your favorite smoky cocktail
• Use leftovers as a sandwich spread or mix into pasta
  

It’s creamy, it’s fiery, it’s unexpectedly fancy—and it takes less than 10 minutes to pull off. Keep this one in your back pocket for when you want to impress without the stress.