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Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log

Irresistible Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log

This Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log is a delectable blend of creamy goat cheese, smoky bacon, and crunchy pecans, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Goat Cheese High-quality chèvre for best flavor.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Tangy cheese blend can be substituted.
  • 3 tbsp Honey Adds natural sweetness.
For the Coating
  • 6 slices Bacon Thick-cut, cooked crispy.
  • 1 cup Pecans Consider toasting for flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Offers tartness.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Minced finely.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Arugula For garnish.
  • 1 box Crackers or Crostini Choose crunchy varieties.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Plastic wrap
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, blend the softened goat cheese and cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Gently fold in the honey into the cheese mixture, ensuring to maintain its fluffy texture.
  3. On a separate plate, combine the crispy bacon, toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and minced fresh rosemary.
  4. Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap on your countertop. Place the cheese mixture onto the center of the wrap and shape it into a log.
  5. Carefully roll the cheese log in the bacon mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coverage.
  6. Transfer the coated cheese log onto a serving platter lined with fresh arugula and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. After chilling, unwrap the log and slice it into thick rounds. Serve with crunchy crackers or crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the cheese log to sit out for about 15 minutes before serving for enhanced creaminess. Store tightly wrapped to maintain freshness.

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