These Strawberry Bites with Goat Cheese Mousse and Balsamic Glaze are easy to make at home, with simple ingredients, and make a perfect party appetizer.
Combine vinegar and brown sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thick and syrupy, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
To make the goat cheese mousse:
Whip 3/4 cup heavy cream on medium speed with whisk attachment in a stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Remove to a separate bowl and let chill in refrigerator.
Add goat cheese and remaining 1/4 cup heavy cream to stand mixer and switch to paddle attachment. Beat on medium high speed until the goat cheese softens, about 5 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl. Increase speed to high and mix for 4-5 minutes scraping down sides once during the process. Fold in the whipped cream in four increments and season to taste with salt and pepper.
To serve:
Liberally spread goat cheese mousse on cracker. top with strawberries and drizzle with balsamic glaze.