10 Ways to Use Soft Ripened, Aged, & Spreadable Goat Cheese

Spreadable goat cheese is a culinary rock star, combining a creamy texture with a tangy natural flavor that shines on its own—and works as a decadent addition to a wide variety of foods. At Cypress Grove, we love the versatility of our goat cheese, and we’re excited to share some ways that you can enjoy each tangy bite. Try these 10 ideas to delight in all the goat cheeses we have to offer.

1. Dress Up Your Mashed Potatoes

Adding goat cheese to your mashed potatoes can be the perfect way to boost the flavor and decadence of your family’s favorite side dish. Want to spice it up? Try our Hatch Chile or Sgt. Pepper varieties for a kick.

2. Replace Cream Cheese with a Fruity Goat Cheese Option

Ready to elevate your breakfast? Instead of cream cheese on your bagel or toast, try amping up the flavor of your favorite breakfast breads by topping them with our Meyer Lemon & Honey Goat Cheese, or create a fantastic lox bagel with our Ms. Natural Classic Goat Cheese.

3. Add a Tangy Kick to Lunch Wraps

Forget mayo and hummus—adding goat cheese to your lunch wraps can provide you with a kick of protein and flavor. We love a whole wheat wrap loaded with goat cheese, sliced turkey, crunchy romaine lettuce, a few slices of avocado, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

4. Add a New Twist to Lasagna

Whether you normally layer your lasagna with provolone, mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, or another combination of cheeses, try adding a layer of goat cheese between your pasta sheets to offer an unexpected, tangy, flavorful twist to your family’s favorite dish. We highly recommend our Midnight Moon or Humboldt Fog to add the perfect twist to your lasagna.

5. Try Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates

Goat cheese-stuffed dates are a fun and new twist on dessert that can help you throw your cravings for processed sweets out the window. To make, slice several dates in half, being careful to fully remove each pit. Fill each hollow with goat cheese and top with sprinklings of your choice (we love to toss on a few fresh bacon bits). Enjoy at room temperature, or toss these delights under the broiler for a minute to add some heat.

6. Enjoy Your Favorite Crackers Topped with Goat Cheese and Crushed Pecans

Salty, tangy, crunchy—it’s hard to beat the taste of your favorite crackers topped with goat cheese and a sprinkle of crushed pecans. In the mood for a savory snack? Try sprinkling with salt and fresh pepper. Craving something sweet? Leave the salt and pepper in the spice cabinet and drizzle with honey.

7. Upgrade Your Scrambled Eggs

You likely already know the viral hack of adding some cream cheese to your scrambled eggs can create the perfect consistency—try using goat cheese instead of cream cheese for an unexpected burst of flavor that you’ll love. 

Our Midnight Moon or Humboldt Fog both pair perfectly with scrambled eggs!

8. Try a New Twist on Pizza

Try spreading fresh goat cheese on a plain pizza crust before adding your favorite sauce, cheese, and other toppings for a fun and unexpected twist. We love topping a goat cheese base with shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, diced red onion, and a balsamic reduction. You can’t go wrong with any goat cheese on pizza, but we highly recommend Midnight Moon, some pizza shops even carry it!

9. Give Your Avocado Toast a Boost

You love avocado toast in the morning, but it can get a little repetitive. Try spreading a piece of whole wheat toast with our Purple Haze goat cheese and top with everything but the bagel seasoning.

10. Add Goat Cheese to Your Favorite Pasta Sauce Recipes

Making fettuccine alfredo? Simmering a creamy vodka sauce to toss with rigatoni? Try adding spreadable goat cheese to your favorite pasta sauce recipes for an addition of flavor and tang. We recommend our Truffle Tremor variety to take the creaminess of your pasta sauces to the next level.

Cypress Grove: Bringing the Decadence of Goat Cheese to Your Kitchen

Whether you’re ready to enjoy goat cheese on its own or you’re ready to use it to elevate your favorite dishes to the next level, we’re here to provide you with the products you need to create delicious, elegant goat cheese dishes. Click here to learn more about the goat cheeses we offer at Cypress Grove, head over to Goldbelly to make an order, and be sure to tag us on social media when you post about your creations.