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Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese

Indulge in Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Bliss

The Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese is an indulgent appetizer combining sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bacon
  • 1 pound Thick-Cut Bacon Provides savory richness and crispy texture.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweet caramelized glaze.
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps dissolve brown sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional, adds heat.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, for extra spice.
Crostini
  • 1 baguette Baguette Perfect crunchy base.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For brushing crostini.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Essential for seasoning.
Cheese Log
  • 1 log (4 or 8-ounce) Goat Cheese Creamy base.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Optional to drizzle over.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Baking rack
  • Small Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a baking rack on top.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, water, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper until blended.
  3. Lay bacon strips on the prepared rack and brush both sides with the sugar mixture. Optional: sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
  4. Bake the bacon for 15 minutes, flip, and bake for another 10-15 minutes until crispy and caramelized.
  5. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
  6. Increase oven temperature to 425°F (218°C). Slice baguette and brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 7-10 minutes.
  7. On a serving dish, place goat cheese log in the center, break cooled bacon into pieces and press into cheese, finishing with a drizzle of syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 9gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze bacon separately for up to 2 months.

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