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Best Substitutes for Goat Cheese (chevre) — What to Use Instead

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Cream Cheese + Lemon Juice: 1 cup cream cheese + 1 tbsp lemon juice — Mimics tangy, creamy texture of goat cheese.

Feta Cheese: 1:1 — Similar tang but crumblier. Works in salads and Mediterranean dishes.

Overview

Top substitute for goat cheese (chevre): Cream Cheese + Lemon Juice (1 cup cream cheese + 1 tbsp lemon juice). Mimics tangy, creamy texture of goat cheese. Plus 3 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Cream Cheese + Lemon Juice: 1 cup cream cheese + 1 tbsp lemon juice — Mimics tangy, creamy texture of goat cheese.
  • Feta Cheese: 1:1 — Similar tang but crumblier. Works in salads and Mediterranean dishes.
  • Boursin Cheese: 1:1 — Herbed spreadable cheese. Similar creaminess with herbs added.
  • Cashew Cream + Lemon: Blend soaked cashews + lemon juice + salt — Vegan alternative. Tangy, creamy. Add herbs for more complexity.

Why This Matters

  • Goat Cheese (chevre) may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
  • Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
  • Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Cream Cheese + Lemon Juice at 1 cup cream cheese + 1 tbsp lemon juice
  2. 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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The best substitute is Cream Cheese + Lemon Juice at 1 cup cream cheese + 1 tbsp lemon juice. Mimics tangy, creamy texture of goat cheese.