Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log
Indulge in the delightful Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log, a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for gatherings or game day celebrations. This appetizer combines crispy bacon, creamy goat cheese, and a sweet-spicy glaze that creates an unforgettable flavor experience. Each bite offers a balance of savory and sweet, making it an ideal addition to any charcuterie board. Paired with crunchy crostini or fresh veggies, this dish is not only visually stunning but also exceptionally delicious. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-make yet sophisticated appetizer that will have everyone clamoring for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pack of thick-cut beef bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon water
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 baguette
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- 8-ounce log of goat cheese
- Maple syrup (or honey) for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, water, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create a glaze.
- Coat the beef bacon strips in the glaze and arrange them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While the bacon bakes, slice the baguette into crostini and brush both sides with olive oil.
- Bake crostini for an additional 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Once cooled, chop the bacon and layer it over the goat cheese log on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with maple syrup or honey and serve with crostini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg