Galaxy Spiral Dark Berry Swirl (Print Version)

Elegant dark berry jam swirled into creamy yogurt with sesame seeds and tangy goat cheese stars.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 2/3 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
02 - 3 oz soft white goat cheese, chilled

→ Jam

03 - 1/2 cup dark berry jam (blackberry, blueberry, or blackcurrant)

→ Garnish

04 - 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for serving)

# How to Make It:

01 - Divide the Greek yogurt evenly among four shallow serving bowls, smoothing the tops.
02 - Gently drizzle or spoon the dark berry jam over the yogurt in a spiral or swirl pattern.
03 - Using your fingers or a small melon baller, break or roll the goat cheese into small, marble-sized balls. Place these evenly on the swirled surface.
04 - Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the dish to create a starry appearance and add a light crunch.
05 - Drizzle with honey if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the visual effect before gently stirring to eat.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It takes just 10 minutes but looks like you've spent hours planning something special.
  • The contrast of creamy, tangy, and jammy textures makes every bite feel purposeful and indulgent.
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, so it works for almost anyone at your table.
02 -
  • The goat cheese needs to be cold or it'll smear instead of holding its shape; pull it from the fridge right before shaping.
  • Toasting the sesame seeds for just a minute in a dry pan transforms them from plain to something with real presence and warmth.
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for just 60 seconds before using them; the flavor shift is small but unmissable and makes the whole dish taste more intentional.
  • Chill your goat cheese for at least 30 minutes before shaping it into balls so it holds its form instead of softening and smearing across the yogurt.
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