I am not really all that big on smoothies but when I came across the idea of using a creamy and tangy goat cheese in one, I was definitely intrigued! The recipe that I came across was one for a caramelized pear, chocolate and goat cheese smoothie on The healthy Foodie and the combination of flavours in the smoothie sounded out of this world! You start out by roasting some pears in the oven to caramelize them which concentrates their flavour. The roasted pears are then pureed into the base of the smoothie, some milk and Greek yogurt along with the goat cheese, some cocoa powder and cardamom. I also wanted to sweeten things up a bit so I added a touch of honey to the mix. I have to say that the goat cheese worked really well in the smoothie and the flavours played well with the sweet roasted pears and the chocolate. As I was enjoying the smoothie I could not help but think about how much I like the pear and blue cheese combo and I think I might try the blue cheese the next time that I make this smoothie just to see how it works.
Caramelized Pear, Chocolate and Goat Cheese Smoothie
Sweet caramelized pear, chocolate and tangy goat cheese are a magical when combined in this smoothie that is not to be missed!
ingredients
- 1 bosc or bartlett pear, cored and sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon cocoa
- 1 tablespoon cocoa nibs
- 1 pinch cardamom
directions
- Drizzle the pear slices with oil, place on a baking pan in a single layer and broil until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per side. Keep an eye on them!
- Puree everything in a blender or food processor until smooth, serve garnished with crumbled cheese and cocoa nibs and enjoy!
electricdaisy says
April 7, 2012 at 8:10 pmYum! I love goat cheese in a Bloody Mary, I bet there is a way to make a goat cheese tomato smoothie type creation.
mireia badia says
April 7, 2012 at 9:42 pmThat looks like a weird but REALLY good combination!!
Let's Ride says
April 8, 2012 at 12:10 amLooks exotic.
We Are Not Martha says
April 8, 2012 at 5:18 amI NEVER would have thought to add goat cheese to a smoothie, but it actually sounds quite wonderful! So creative!
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Migle says
April 8, 2012 at 6:33 amI'll be looking forward to hear about the combination with blue cheese. It goes so incredibly well with pear, but somehow I cannot imagine a smooothie like that 🙂
Joanne says
April 8, 2012 at 11:39 amThis is almost like a gourmet version of a smoothie…something I would expect to see in a high-end restaurant. Sounds delicious!
Jennifer and Jaclyn @ sketch-free vegan says
April 8, 2012 at 7:06 pmYes!!! this is so cool. I could see this being made on top chef or something for a breakfast challenge
Arch says
April 9, 2012 at 1:23 pmThis sounds delicious !
Kathleen Richardson says
April 9, 2012 at 1:24 pmThis smoothie sounds really good, Kevin. I'm seeing more and more smoothies with Greek yogurt in them. Goats Cheese? I'm really intrigued by that idea. Keep these great recipes coming!
Taylor says
April 9, 2012 at 7:30 pmi'm super intrigued by this! have to try it.
Anonymous says
April 9, 2012 at 9:34 pmThis sounds awesome! Will have to try.
Christie {Pepper Lynn} says
April 10, 2012 at 10:34 pmIntriguing recipe. The pear/chocolate/goat cheese combo sounds amazing! It looks like you don't add ice to this smoothie – does it wind up being more of a room temperature drink?
Jeff @ Cheeseburger says
April 11, 2012 at 4:09 amThanks for the recipe. I'm gonna try this with blue cheese.
Lauren says
April 11, 2012 at 6:40 pmI love goat cheese and pear together on a salad. I bet it tastes fantastic in the smoothie!!
Sonia! The Healthy Foodie says
April 13, 2012 at 2:13 amKevin, what an honor, seriously. I never even dreamed that one day, I would see one of my recipes on your blog. This is just so great, I am beyond flattered!
So glad you liked my smoothie. And what a gorgeous rendition of it you've made.
Thank you so very much! =D