Chevre en Croûte

Chevre en Croûte is a classic French appetizer featuring a log or round of soft, tangy goat cheese (chèvre) wrapped in flaky puff pastry and baked until golden and melty. It often includes additions like honey, herbs, or nuts before baking, and is typically served warm with a crisp salad or crusty bread. This elegant dish hails from France, where it's a beloved staple in bistros and home kitchens alike.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in fat and protein due to the goat cheese, while the puff pastry adds a significant amount of carbohydrates and fat. A typical serving provides calcium and protein from the cheese, along with some B vitamins, and generally ranges from 250 to 350 calories per portion.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	520 mg
Calcium	210 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Vitamin A	280 mcg RAE
Vitamin B12	0.4 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg
Selenium	8 mcg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg

Per 1 piece (approx. 115 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Chevre en Croûte showcases the French culinary principle of transforming simple, high-quality ingredients into something refined yet comforting. Nutritionally, goat cheese is often easier to digest than cow's milk cheese for some people and contains beneficial fatty acids, making this a slightly lighter indulgence compared to many other rich pastries.