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Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer

Savory Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Your Guests Will Love

A delightful Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer that's creamy, crunchy, and perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Log
  • 8 oz Goat Cheese Substitute with cream cheese for a milder flavor.
  • 4 slices Candied Bacon Regular crispy bacon can be used if short on time.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Hot Honey Regular honey can be used for less spice.
For Serving
  • 12 pieces Crostini Use store-bought or toasted bread slices.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Herbs (Chives or Parsley) Customize according to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts (Walnuts or Pecans) Add some crunch alongside bacon.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay the bacon strips on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes until crispy and caramelized. Let cool and chop.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese with chopped candied bacon until fully integrated. Form into a log shape.
  3. Wrap the cheese log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Unwrap the cheese log, drizzle hot honey on top, sprinkle chopped bacon, and serve with crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Use separate containers for bacon and crostini to maintain texture.

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