Description
The Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer is a scrumptious blend of creamy goat cheese topped with crispy, candied bacon and a drizzle of hot honey. This irresistible appetizer is perfect for any gathering, from game days to holiday parties, offering a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will leave your guests wanting more. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this dish allows you to enjoy more time with your friends and family while impressing them with a gourmet experience. Serve it alongside crostini or fresh vegetables for dipping, making it a versatile addition to any menu.
Ingredients
- Thick-cut bacon
- Brown sugar
- Goat cheese log (4 or 8 ounces)
- Hot honey or maple syrup
- Baguette (for crostini)
- Olive oil
- Spices (black pepper, cayenne pepper)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and water. Coat bacon slices with this mixture on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes; flip bacon and continue baking until crispy (10-15 minutes).
- Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Slice the baguette, brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake until golden brown (7-10 minutes).
- Break cooled bacon into pieces; press into the goat cheese log on a serving dish and drizzle with honey or maple syrup.
- Serve immediately with crostini for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of crostini topped with goat cheese and bacon (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg