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Blue Cheese and Walnut Stuffed Apricots

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Blue Cheese and Walnut Stuffed Apricots on a serving plate
20 min PREP•20 min TOTAL
20 SERVINGS

Sweet, dried apricots stuffed with bold Organic Valley®Blue Cheese and topped with crunchy walnuts make a craveable appetizer. Each elegant bite delivers a delicious mix of sweet, salty and savory flavors—perfect for parties, gatherings or a cozy night in.

20 min PREP•20 min TOTAL
20 SERVINGS
Blue Cheese and Walnut Stuffed Apricots on a serving plate
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Ingredients
dried apricot
20 large, dried apricots 
walnuts
20 walnut halves 
honey
1 tablespoon honey 
A small bunch of thyme.
Fresh thyme for garnish (optional) 
Directions
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Using a small paring knife, carefully cut a slit lengthwise down the center of each dried apricot, creating a pocket while keeping the apricot intact.

Tips

  • If apricots are too dry and crack easily, soak them in warm water for 3-5 minutes to soften, then pat completely dry.

Fill each apricot with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of blue cheese.
Top each apricot with a walnut half, pressing gently to secure. Garnish with a drizzle of honey and fresh thyme, as desired.

Tips

  • Choose plump, soft dried apricots for the best texture and easiest stuffing.

  • These appetizers can be assembled up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated.

  • Try toasting the walnuts for 5-7 minutes first for extra nuttiness and crunch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I substitute the blue cheese with another cheese?

Goat cheese, ricotta or cream cheese work well, though you'll lose the distinctive tangy flavor that makes blue cheese perfect with sweet apricots.

Are there alternatives to honey for drizzling?

Maple syrup or agave work well, or you can omit the sweetener entirely.

Can I substitute the walnuts for another nut?

Absolutely! Pecans or pistachios are also delicious.

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Do You Know?

Organic Valley’s mission is to provide a stable, sustainable pay price to farmers so they can continue farming with their families. It all started in 1988, when seven farmers got together to find a way to market their goods and make a sustainable living by producing organically derived food.

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Organic Valley farms comprise more than 440,000 acres of land in the United States, and this organic acreage is home to more than 1,600 Organic Valley family farms and a whole lot of biodiversity.

July 13, 1988, was the first day that Organic Valley® cheese was made!