Hot Honey Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Log

Hot Honey Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Log

Say hello to the Hot Honey Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Log, the ultimate flavor-packed bite that brings together rich goat cheese, addictive candied bacon, and golden homemade crostini for a snack nobody can resist.

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Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bacon appetizers, cheese board ideas, easy party food, hot honey goat cheese log

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Crostini:: 8

Servings:

Calories: 360kcal

Ingredients

For the Million Dollar Bacon

12 oz thick-cut bacon
¼ cup brown sugar
½ tbsp water
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional

For the Crostini

1 baguette
Olive oil, as needed
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Goat Cheese Log

8 oz goat cheese log
Maple syrup, honey, or hot honey, for drizzling

Instructions

Make the Million Dollar Bacon: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and place an oven-safe rack on top.
Make the Sweet & Spicy Coating: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, water, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Coat the Bacon: Arrange the bacon in a single layer on the rack. Coat both sides evenly with the brown sugar mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks.
Bake the Bacon: Bake for 15 minutes. Carefully flip the bacon and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until caramelized and crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and allow it to cool completely.
Make the Crostini: Increase the oven temperature to 425°F. Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch slices and arrange them in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet. Lightly brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 7–10 minutes, or until the crostini are golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool.
Assemble the Goat Cheese Log: Place the goat cheese log on a serving platter. Once the bacon has cooled, break it into small pieces. Press the candied bacon pieces gently onto the goat cheese until the log is generously covered. Arrange any remaining bacon pieces around the base of the goat cheese log.
Add the Finishing Touch: Drizzle the goat cheese log with hot honey just before serving. Serve with the homemade crostini.

For the best texture, assemble the goat cheese log shortly before serving. Serve with the crostini on the side and drizzle with hot honey just before bringing it to the table.

Notes

Cool the Bacon: Let your candied bacon cool completely before crumbling and pressing it onto the goat cheese. Warm bacon will melt the cheese right away.
Keep Crostini Separate: Serve the homemade crostini on the side of the platter so guests can scoop up the cheese and bacon without breaking the toast.
Assembly Timing: Drizzle with hot honey right as you bring it to the table to keep everything looking fresh and glossy.

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