Description
Savory, sweet, spicy, and creamy—this appetizer is exactly what it sounds like: Million Dollar good. Crispy candied bacon meets tangy goat cheese, all drizzled with a rich touch of maple or hot honey. It’s the show-stealer at charcuterie boards, game days, or any gathering where flavor comes first.
Ingredients
For the Million Dollar Bacon:
2 packs thick-cut bacon (about 16 slices)
½ cup brown sugar
1 tbsp water
1 tsp black pepper
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional but recommended)
1 tsp smoked paprika (optional twist for depth)
For the Crostini:
2 baguettes, sliced into ½” rounds
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Optional: garlic clove, halved (for rubbing on toast)
Additional Ingredients:
2 logs goat cheese (8 oz each)
3–4 tbsp maple syrup, hot honey, or a blend of both
1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or thyme (optional, for garnish)
Crushed pecans or walnuts (optional crunch twist)
Instructions
Make the Million Dollar Bacon:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
In a bowl, mix brown sugar, water, pepper, cayenne, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika.
Coat each bacon slice with the mixture and lay on the rack.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until caramelized and crisp. Let cool, then chop into small bits.
Make the Crostini:
Lower oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Bake for 8–10 minutes or until golden. Rub with garlic if desired.
Assemble the Log:
Place goat cheese logs on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with maple syrup or hot honey.
Sprinkle chopped bacon all over the top. Add fresh herbs or nuts for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: 20 servings
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 7g