Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer, a perfect blend of creamy goat cheese, crispy candied bacon, and a drizzle of hot honey. This irresistible dish is designed to impress at any gathering, from game days to elegant parties. With its sweet, savory, and spicy notes, it guarantees to be the star of your appetizer spread. Easy to make and customizable for spice levels, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also offers a unique culinary experience that will keep your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
- Thick-cut bacon
- Brown sugar
- Goat cheese log
- Baguette
- Olive oil
- Hot honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and water in a small bowl.
- Lay bacon on the baking sheet and rub both sides with the sugar mixture. Bake for 15 minutes, flip, then bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until crispy.
- Increase oven temperature to 425°F. Slice baguette into ½-inch pieces, brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then bake for 7–10 minutes until golden.
- Once bacon cools, break into pieces and press into the goat cheese log on a serving dish. Drizzle with hot honey before serving alongside crostini.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (56g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg