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Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log

Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log to Wow Guests

Prepare the irresistible Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log that combines sweet, savory, and spicy flavors into a crowd-pleasing snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon
  • 8 slices Bacon Use crispy candied bacon for best results.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Goat Cheese Substitute with cream cheese or ricotta if preferred.
For the Sweet and Spicy Drizzle
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Honey Regular honey can work for a milder flavor.
For Serving
  • 1 package Crostini Make quick toasted crostini at home or use store-bought.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the bacon strips in a single layer. Sprinkle brown sugar mixed with cayenne and black pepper over the bacon. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, blend 8 ounces of softened goat cheese with your choice of spices until creamy and smooth.
  3. Shape the goat cheese mixture into a log about 10-12 inches long. Roll it in the cooled, crumbled bacon until evenly coated.
  4. Wrap the bacon-coated log in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
  5. Unwrap the log, drizzle hot honey over it, and serve with toasted crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

To ensure perfect results, ensure bacon is very crispy, use softened goat cheese, and chill the log thoroughly before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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