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Million Dollar Bacon Crostini

Irresistible Million Dollar Bacon Crostini for Any Gathering

This Million Dollar Bacon Crostini combined with creamy goat cheese and sweet-spicy bacon glaze is perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 crostini
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon Topping
  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust based on taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper omit for milder flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For the Crostini Base
  • 1 large baguette can be replaced with gluten-free bread
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper adjust to taste
For the Toppings
  • 8 ounces goat cheese can blend with cream cheese for milder taste
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, or hot honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (thyme, chives) optional garnishes
  • 1/4 cup candied pecans optional garnishes

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • wire rack
  • medium-sized bowl
  • Knife
  • Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and a wire rack.
  2. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, water, black pepper, cayenne, and optional red pepper flakes. Coat each bacon strip in the mixture and place on the wire rack.
  3. Bake the bacon for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and caramelized. Let cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Slice the baguette into 24 rounds, brush with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Spread goat cheese on each toasted baguette slice, top with chopped bacon pieces, distributing evenly.
  6. Drizzle with your choice of maple syrup, honey, or hot honey, and garnish with fresh herbs or candied pecans. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a garlic flavor boost, rub a garlic clove on the toasted baguette slices before adding toppings. Store crostini and bacon separately if prepping ahead to maintain texture.

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