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Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log

Irresistible Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log

A creamy and savory Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log that combines crispy bacon, sweet cranberries, and fragrant rosemary, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Goat Cheese high-quality, fresh goat cheese
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Honey can swap with maple syrup
For the Coating
  • 6 ounces Bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup Pecans finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries chopped finely
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary minced finely
For Serving
  • 2 cups Arugula for garnish
  • 1 package Crackers/Crostini sturdy varieties

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • plastic wrap
  • plate

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened goat cheese with 4 ounces of cream cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fold in 2 tablespoons of honey into the cheese mixture until well incorporated.
  3. On a separate plate, mix together 6 ounces of crumbled bacon, 1 cup of finely chopped pecans, 1/2 cup of chopped dried cranberries, and 2 tablespoons of minced rosemary.
  4. Spoon the cheese mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap and shape it into a log, about 10 inches long.
  5. Remove the cheese log from the wrap and roll it in the bacon-nut mixture, ensuring it adheres on all sides.
  6. Place the log on a serving platter, surround with fresh arugula, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Slice the log into rounds and serve with crackers or crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bacon is crispy and well-drained. Use fresh rosemary for better flavor. Chill for optimal texture before serving.

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