Holiday Baking: Savory and Sweet Treats
Holiday baking often brings to mind cookies, cakes, and pies, but incorporating La Bonne Vie cheeses can elevate both sweet and savory recipes for an impressive seasonal spread. Here’s a collection of recipes to inspire you to bake up something unique this holiday season with La Bonne Vie cheeses.
Savory Treats:
Garlic & Herb Goat Cheese and Chive Biscuits
Why it works: La Bonne Vie’s Herbed Goat Cheese brings a creamy, tangy flavor with a hint of fresh herbs, perfect for savory holiday biscuits. These biscuits are light, fluffy, and make a great addition to brunch or holiday dinners.
Recipe: Mix La Bonne Vie Herbed Goat Cheese into biscuit dough along with chopped chives. Bake until golden brown, and serve warm with a pat of butter or alongside a cheese board.
Garlic & Herb Goat Cheese and Chive Biscuits
Double Crème Brie and Caramelized Onion Tartlets
Why it works: The creamy texture and mild flavor of La Bonne Vie’s Brie pair beautifully with sweet caramelized onions in these elegant tartlets. They’re perfect for holiday parties or as an appetizer.
Recipe: Spoon caramelized onions into mini tart shells and top with a slice of Brie. Bake until the cheese melts, and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh thyme.
Crème Fraîche and Herb Savory Scones
Why it works: La Bonne Vie Crème Fraîche adds a rich, tangy quality that makes these scones soft and moist. The herbs bring a holiday feel, and they’re excellent served warm with butter or paired with soup.
Recipe: Combine crème fraîche with your scone dough, adding rosemary and black pepper for a savory twist. Brush with melted butter and bake until golden.
Sweet Treats:
Triple Creme Brie and Cranberry Puff Pastry Bites
Why it works: The creamy Brie and tart cranberries make a perfect sweet-savory combination, and wrapping them in puff pastry adds a golden, flaky crust.
Recipe: Place small slices of Brie and a spoonful of cranberry sauce in the center of puff pastry squares. Fold over, seal, and bake until golden brown.
Triple Creme Brie and Cranberry Puff Pastry Bites
Honey Goat Cheese Thumbprint Cookies
Why it works: La Bonne Vie’s Honey Goat Cheese has a subtle sweetness that balances beautifully with these soft thumbprint cookies. The tangy-sweet combination makes them unique and delicious.
Recipe: Roll dough into small balls, create a thumbprint in each, and add a dollop of honey goat cheese. Bake until golden, and drizzle with honey for an extra touch of sweetness.
Camembert and Fig Jam Danish
Why it works: The mild, creamy flavor of La Bonne Vie Camembert pairs wonderfully with sweet fig jam in a flaky Danish. It’s perfect for a holiday breakfast or dessert.
Recipe: Layer slices of Camembert and a spoonful of fig jam on puff pastry squares, then fold and brush with egg wash. Bake until golden and drizzle with honey before serving.
Tips for Holiday Baking Success
Balance Sweet and Savory: Mix up your holiday spread by incorporating both sweet and savory treats to appeal to all guests.
Seasonal Garnishes: Use sprigs of rosemary, fresh thyme, or a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds to add color and festivity to each baked good.
Make It Interactive: Set up a dessert table with both savory and sweet options so guests can explore different flavor combinations with La Bonne Vie cheeses.