Name: Herbed Goat Cheese & Cucumber Mille-Feuille Bites
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 1 English cucumber; 4 oz goat cheese, softened; 2 tbsp crème fraîche; 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp lemon zest; 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 cup microgreens (for garnish); 1 tbsp toasted pine nuts, chopped (optional)

Herbed Goat Cheese & Cucumber Mille-Feuille Bites

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These Herbed Goat Cheese & Cucumber Mille-Feuille Bites are the epitome of elegant brunch finger food. Inspired by French pâtisserie techniques, thin cucumber ribbons are layered with a fluffy, lemony herbed goat cheese filling, resulting in a visually striking, refreshing bite. The mille-feuille style creates geometric precision and a delicate texture contrast between crisp cucumber and creamy cheese. Finished with microgreens and optional toasted pine nuts for crunch, these are perfect for a baby shower brunch—light, beautiful, and easy to eat with your fingers.

Ingredients

Instructions

Wash and pat dry the cucumber. Using a mandoline or sharp chef’s knife, thinly slice the cucumber lengthwise into ribbons, about 1/8 inch thick. Lay ribbons flat on a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine goat cheese, crème fraîche, chives, dill, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt. Whip with a spatula or hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
To assemble: Place one cucumber ribbon flat on a work surface. Pipe or carefully spread a thin layer of herbed goat cheese mixture along its length. Top with another cucumber ribbon. Repeat with another thin layer of cheese, forming 3–4 layers total (ending with cucumber on top).
Trim the sides for clean edges, then cut crosswise into 2-inch rectangles or squares for elegant finger bites.
Arrange mille-feuille bites on a platter. Top each with a tuft of microgreens and a pinch of chopped pine nuts if using. Serve chilled.