Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 oz. soft goat cheese (chevre)
  • kosher salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil (cut chiffonade or chopped (divided))
  • 2 tablespoons honey (divided)
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Instruction

  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix together goat cheese, salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon of the basil, and 1 tablespoon of the honey. Mashing together with a fork can help break up the cheese more effectively.
  • Beat the egg in a small bowl and add the panko (1/2 cup) into another small bowl.
  • Measure equal amounts (about 1 teaspoon) of the goat cheese mixture and roll into balls to make 14-16 total balls. As you make each, dip into the egg to coat, then the panko, and place on the parchment covered rimmed baking sheet.
  • Place baking sheet in freezer for thirty minutes.
  • While the goat cheese balls are cooling, preheat oven to 475 degrees F. Brush tops of the balls with the olive oil and bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until just golden brown.
  • Allow to rest for at least five minutes before transferring to a serving tray.
  • Drizzle with remaining tablespoon of honey and garnish with remaining tablespoon of fresh basil.