Description
Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer is an irresistible blend of creamy goat cheese and sweet, crispy candied bacon that’s bound to steal the show at any gathering. This delightful appetizer features a perfect harmony of textures and flavors, making it a must-have for game days, parties, or family gatherings. With its easy preparation and versatility, you can serve it on crostini, alongside fresh veggies, or as part of a charcuterie board. Your guests will love the explosion of flavors from the sweet honey drizzle paired with spicy cayenne pepper, ensuring they keep coming back for more. Elevate your next event with this crowd-pleasing treat that is as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- Thick-cut bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon water
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 baguette
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 4 or 8-ounce log of goat cheese
- Maple syrup, honey, or hot honey (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and water in a bowl.
- Lay bacon on the baking sheet and rub with the sugar mixture.
- Bake for 15 minutes; flip and bake another 10-15 minutes until crispy.
- Increase oven temperature to 425°F. Slice the baguette, brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Bake baguette slices for about 7-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Break cooled bacon into pieces and press into goat cheese log on a serving dish. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg