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Million Dollar Bacon Crostini

Million Dollar Bacon Crostini That Will Wow Your Guests

Indulge in Million Dollar Bacon Crostini, a stunning appetizer with creamy goat cheese and sweet bacon that will impress any guest.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon Topping
  • 12 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Can substitute with turkey bacon
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper as a substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Can be omitted
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
For the Crostini Base
  • 1 large Baguette Slice on a diagonal
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Creamy Layer
  • 8 ounces Goat Cheese Cream cheese can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Thyme Or Chives, or Candied Pecans

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • wire rack
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and a wire rack on top.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, water, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until a thick paste forms.
  3. Dredge thick-cut bacon strips in the sugary mixture until fully coated. Lay on the wire rack in a single layer.
  4. Bake bacon for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking. Remove when golden and crispy, then let cool.
  5. Slice baguette diagonally and brush with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, then bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
  6. Spread goat cheese on toasted baguette slices, topping with candied bacon. Drizzle with maple syrup or honey.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs or pecans if desired. Serve immediately for crispy crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 7gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble crostini just before serving to maintain the crunchiness of the bread.

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