If you’re looking for a simple, yet delicious to make; this is it. This recipe involves frying creamy, tangy goat cheese that has been coated with an herby panko bread crumbs. To add a little kick to the crispy fried goat cheese slices, I recommend drizzling hot honey over top.
Here’s how to make my version of Crispy Fried Goat Cheese…
Mise En Place
- 1 Goat Cheese log – Cut into 8-10 slices
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder and sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large eggs – whisked together with about 2 tbsp of water
- 1 handful fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro) – finely chopped
- hot honey for serving
- cooking oil (I used sunflower oil)
How to cook the goat cheese
Prepare breading:
You’ll start by making a dredging station.
First, in one shallow dish, combine the Panko, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper and chopped herbs. Next, in a second shallow bowl or plate, pour the flour and if desired, season lightly with additional salt and pepper. In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs with 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin out the eggs.
Prepare the goat cheese and oil:
Slice the goat cheese into 8-10 equal rounds.
For each goat cheese slice, dip the cheese into the flour, then the whisked egg, and lastly into the herbed Panko breadcrumb mixture. Next, place each breaded goat cheese slice onto parchment paper while you heat the oil for frying.
In a frying pan, add enough cooking oil to cover the bottom half of the goat cheese slices (about 1/4 inch). Heat the pan on over medium high heat.
Fry the goat cheese slices:
When the oil is hot, carefully add the goat cheese slices to the pan. Cook each slice for about 1 minute or until golden brown. Flip browned cheese slices and continue to cook until the other side is golden brown; about another minute.
After the fried goat cheese is golden and crispy, drain them on a cooling rack or paper towels. Plate the crispy fried goat cheese on plates or on a serving platter. Lastly, drizzle with spicy hot honey for a little kick. Be sure to serve them warm.
All in All
This crispy fried goat cheese appetizer is a balanced combination of savory, sweet, and spicy. I love crunching into crispy Panko coating and then tasting the soft, creamy goat cheese. The hot honey adds a nice little kick too! I will definitely make this dish over and over, whether for myself or guests. The recipe requires very little oil for the frying and is quick to make. It’s a tasty small bite for a brunch or small gathering.
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Crispy Fried Goat Cheese
Ingredients
- 10 oz log of goat cheese
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 eggs whisked together with about 2 tbsp of water
- 1 handful fresh herbs parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
- hot honey for serving
- cooking Oil I used sunflower oil
Instructions
Prepare breading:
- In a shallow dish, combine the Panko, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper and chopped herbs. Set aside.
- Into a second shallow bowl or plate, pour the flour. if desired, season lightly with additional salt and pepper.
- In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and 1-2 tablespoons of water.
Prepare the goat cheese and oil:
- Slice the goat cheese into 8-10 equal rounds.
- For each goat cheese slice, dip the cheese into flour, then egg, and lastly into the Panko mixture. Place each breaded goat cheese slice onto parchment paper while you heat the oil for frying.
- In a frying pan, add enough cooking oil to cover the bottom half of the goat cheese slices (about 1/4 inch). Heat the pan on over medium high heat.
Fry the goat cheese slices:
- When the oil is hot, carefully add goat cheese slices to the pan. Cook each slice for about 1 minute or until golden brown and flip. Cook until the other side is golden brown; about another minute.
- Remove golden slices and drain on a cooling rack or paper towels.
- Plate the goat cheese on plates or serving platter. Drizzle with spicy hot honey and serve warm.
This fried goat cheese recipe is so easy to follow and mine came out better that what I normally order when eating out. Thank you!
These were the perfect appetizer for my small dinner party last week. Everyone really loved the crispy coating. Oh, and the hot honey was the perfect pairing for these tasty goat cheese bites!
These amde for a perfect appetizer and my girlies and I enjoyed! I love how the flavors of the garlic and the cilantro really popped!
I could eat these all day! I made them for my charcuterie board and they were almost instantly devoured. Everyone loved the crunchy coating and warm goat cheese on the inside. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!
You’re welcome. I’m so glad everyone enjoyed them!
Who knew it was this easy to make restaurant quality fried goat cheese at home. Now I’m in trouble because after making this, I want it all the time. Served it last weekend with a salad to a few friends that came over for lunch and they didn’t believe I made it myself! So good.
That’s awesome! I’m happy to hear it was a crowd pleaser!
I absolutely love goat cheese, but I’ve never fried it. Now I don’t know that I’ll be able to enjoy it any other way. The contrast of texture with the creaminess was epic.
I am so glad you enjoyed it.
whats not to like about fried cheese. gooey goodness
Right!
you had me at fried. these crispy melt goat cheese are bomb!! i add them to everything
Oh wow, what an idea. Looks amazing. I love goat cheese. Can’t wait to try this recipe. Thanks!
Oh, how I love these goat cheese! I am a huge fan of fresh goat cheese. The only thing is I don’t like the smell of eggs. Do you notice it as you eat the cheese?
I don’t notice the eggs. An alternative to using the eggs is dipping the goat cheese in buttermilk. The thickness of the buttermilk should allow you to get a good coating of the panko.
I’ve had fried goat cheese in restaurants so I was glad to have your recipe that was so easy to make and the results were delicious. I had fresh rosemary and added that.
So glad you enjoyed it. Fresh rosemary sounds wonderful!
How lovely did these turn out! They were demolished by my friends. The fresh herbs really helped to enhance the flavours
This fried goat cheese was so delicious! I can’t believe how easy it was to make!
This fried goat cheese was absolutely delicious and so simple to make! My girlfriends and ate every single last one, while chatting over a glass of wine 🙂
Tasted great. Would recommend.
My friend is obsess with cheese I can make this for her
Oh good! It’s definitely a win for cheese lovers.
I love goat cheese and these look phenomenal
Wow! Such an awesome recipe. I love the addition of the honey. Thanks for sharing! 💕
One of my favorite recipes and so yummy! I love that you used Panko, it makes for a better crispy crust.
I happen to have some goat cheese on hand.
These were truly delicious!
my new favorite appetizer!
I love goat cheese! This is a great way to give it more flavor.
Fried goat cheese should be on everyone’s food bucket list. Love !
I absolutely agree!
delish!
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed making my crispy fried goat cheese!
Fried cheese is the best!
It really is! I seriously could eat it everyday.
Oh my gosh these were so delicious!!! Thank you so much for the recipe we loved them
This fried goat cheese was the perfect appetizer! So easy and delicious!