Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225 g) soft goat cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for drizzling
  • 1 cup (120 g) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (125 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) orange zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) cinnamon (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese, honey, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined. Transfer to an oven-safe baking dish and smooth the top.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to slightly firm up.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until cranberries burst and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Drizzle olive oil over the chilled goat cheese. Bake for 20 minutes, or until warm and slightly golden on top.
  6. Once baked, spoon the cranberry compote over the warm goat cheese and serve with crackers or bread.