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Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log

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This irresistible appetizer combines crispy, caramelized million dollar bacon with creamy goat cheese, honey, and fresh herbs, all rolled into a showstopping log. Perfect for parties, it’s easy to make, endlessly customizable, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon (about 6 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 10 oz plain soft goat cheese, at room temperature
  • 2 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons honey (optional, but recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives or green onions
  • 1/3 cup chopped toasted pecans (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Extra drizzle of honey or hot honey, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment and place a wire rack on top if available.
  2. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Lay bacon slices on the rack or foil. Sprinkle both sides with the sugar-spice mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  4. Bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway, until bacon is crisp and caramelized. Let cool completely.
  5. In a medium bowl, mash together goat cheese, cream cheese, and honey until smooth. Stir in chives or green onions. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
  6. Chop cooled bacon into small pieces. If using, toast pecans in a dry skillet for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Combine chopped bacon, pecans, and parsley in a shallow bowl or plate.
  8. Spoon cheese mixture onto plastic wrap or wax paper. Shape into a log about 7 inches long and 2 inches thick.
  9. Unwrap the log and roll it in the bacon-pecan-parsley mixture, pressing gently to coat all sides.
  10. Chill the finished log for at least 10 minutes (or up to 24 hours, covered) for best texture and flavor.
  11. Before serving, drizzle with extra honey or hot honey if desired. Slice and serve with crackers, crostini, or apple slices.

Notes

Use thick-cut bacon for best results; thin bacon may burn. Let goat cheese come to room temperature for easier mixing. The log can be made up to 24 hours ahead; add the bacon coating just before serving for maximum crunch. For nut-free, omit pecans and use extra bacon or herbs. Chill the log before slicing for clean cuts. Serve with crackers, crostini, or apple slices.

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