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Cheese and Herb Spread

By: Kathryn Doherty | Last Updated: Mar 10, 2025 | Published: Jun 30, 2015
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This quick and easy cheese and herb spread is a combination of creamy cheeses and fresh herbs that's great served on a baguette with radishes slices for a 5-minute appetizer that's sure to impress!

Cheese and herb spread served in a small green dish with baguette slices


 

This easy cheese and herb spread makes for such a simple, creamy, delicious appetizer!

I love the mix of the cream cheese and goat cheese, the freshness and brightness from the herbs and the crunch of the sliced radishes served on top of this spread.

My mom recreated this recipe after having something similar in a restaurant. We've both made it countless times since then.

It's a sure-fire crowd pleaser!

Plus, it literally takes just 5 minutes to throw together! Perfect for last-minute snacking when friends or family are on the way.

It's also really pretty, with the pops of green from the fresh herbs and the pretty sliced radishes.

(In fact that green and red combo would make this a pretty holiday appetizer to serve!)

Cheese and herb spread served on a platter for an appetizer
Cheese-herb spread with baguette and radishes - an easy appetizer

It's also great because you can make the spread ahead of time and store it in the fridge.

I even slice the radishes and keep them in a plastic bag or covered container, so I can pull everything out before guests arrive. Or you can pack it up for a picnic - we've done that, too.

Bottom line: it's an impressive appetizer that looks fantastic but takes next to no work.

Ready to dig in? Me too.

A cheese herb spread in a small green bowl with a mint sprig and lemon slice on top and sliced radishes and baguette slices nearby.

Now, I've got a few quick notes on how to make this cheese and herb spread. Just tryin’ to be helpful.

If you want to jump on down to the recipe, simply scroll through the rest of the text. The recipe card is near the bottom of the page, above the comments section.

Ingredient Notes:

  • Cream cheese - The full-fat kind will lend extra richness to this spread, but a ⅓ reduced fat or fat-free cream cheese can be substituted as well.
  • Goat cheese - A plain log of goat cheese is my go-to for this dip, but you could also experiment with a flavored goat cheese if you'd like.
  • Herbs - You'll need 3-4 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs. Parsley, thyme and basil all work well here and you can use all of just one herb or mix them.
  • Lemon juice - Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your liking. Add a little extra for extra freshness and lemony flavor, or use a little less if you want it more as a background flavor. You could add some lemon zest if you want some serious lemon flavor.

Also, I included the radishes and baguette in the ingredient list since that's our favorite way to serve this.

However, you could also use it as a dip or spread in others ways if you'd like.

Baguette slices with a creamy cheese spread and fresh sliced radishes served on a white plate

Last thing, what to do with any leftovers.

Store this creamy herb spread in a covered container (or in a bowl covered in plastic wrap) in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

You can also use the leftovers on a sandwich or wrap for lunch. It'll turn boring a boring turkey sandwich into something pretty spectacular.

Hope you enjoy this fast, tasty appetizer!

XO,

Kathryn

P.S. You may also want to check out these delicious appetizers to round out your party spread:

  • Spicy roasted shrimp
  • Baked pesto chicken sliders
  • Sweet and spicy pecans
A cheese herb spread in a small green bowl with a mint sprig and lemon slice on top and sliced radishes and baguette slices nearby.
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Cheese and Herb Spread

This quick and easy cheese and herb spread is a combination of creamy cheeses and fresh herbs that's great served on a baguette with radishes slices for a 5-minute appetizer that's sure to impress!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Yield: 6 -8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces plain cream cheese
  • 4 ounces goat cheese
  • 3-4 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (parsley, thyme, basil or a mix)
  • Fresh lemon juice, to taste (see notes)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For serving:

  • 6-8 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 baguette, sliced and toasted

Instructions

  • Combine cheeses and herbs and stir well to combine. Add lemon juice and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • To prepare the baguette, slice the loaf diagonally and bake at 400 for 10-15 minutes, until lightly browned. You can also broil it for a couple of minutes but watch it VERY closely to prevent it from burning.
  • To serve, spread mixture on baguette slices and top with sliced radishes. Enjoy!

Notes

Cream cheese - The full-fat kind will lend extra richness to this spread, but a ⅓ reduced fat or fat-free cream cheese can be substituted as well.
Goat cheese - A plain log of goat cheese is my go-to for this dip, but you could also experiment with a flavored goat cheese if you'd like.
Herbs - You'll need 3-4 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs. Parsley, thyme and basil all work well here and you can use all of just one herb or mix them.
Lemon juice - Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your liking. Add a little extra for extra freshness and lemony flavor, or use a little less if you want it more as a background flavor. You could add some lemon zest if you want some serious lemon flavor. 🍋
Storing - The cheese and herb mixture can be prepared ahead of time and kept, covered, in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 392mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g
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  1. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life

    July 03, 2015 at 9:01 pm

    This looks delicious! I love recipes like this, easy and perfect for my farmer's market veggies! Sharing on my Facebook page tomorrow morning!

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  2. Cristina @ I Say Nomato

    August 28, 2015 at 12:49 pm

    Love this! The radishes on top would just give it that kick over the top... saving this for later 🙂

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    • Kathryn

      August 29, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      Thanks Christina! The radishes are really such a good touch - the flavor and the color go so well with this. Hope you try it and love it!

      Reply

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