Million Dollar Bacon Crostini (Recipe for Printing)

A crowd-pleasing crostini layered with caramelized bacon, creamy goat cheese, and toasted baguette—perfect for special occasions, holidays, or family gatherings. Save & click.

# What You Need:

→ Candied Bacon

01 - 2 packs thick-cut bacon
02 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon water
04 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
06 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or maple syrup, for brushing after baking (optional)

→ Crostini Base

08 - 1 large French baguette, sliced into 24 rounds
09 - Olive oil, for brushing
10 - Salt, to taste
11 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Cheese Topping

12 - 8 ounces goat cheese log (blend with cream cheese for a milder flavor, if desired)

→ Finishing Touches

13 - Maple syrup or hot honey, for drizzling (optional)
14 - Fresh herbs or candied nuts, for garnish (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and set a wire rack on top.
02 - Whisk together brown sugar, water, black pepper, cayenne, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Dredge each bacon strip in the mixture, ensuring an even coating.
03 - Arrange coated bacon strips in a single layer on the wire rack. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway, until bacon is deeply caramelized and crisp. Remove from oven, cool completely, then cut into bite-size pieces.
04 - Brush baguette rounds lightly with olive oil on both sides. Season with salt and black pepper. Place on a separate baking sheet and toast at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crisp.
05 - Spread a generous layer of goat cheese onto each toasted baguette slice. Top with candied bacon pieces. Drizzle with maple syrup or hot honey if desired.
06 - Finish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of candied nuts for added texture and flavor.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Let the candied bacon cool completely before chopping to ensure clean, crisp pieces.
02 - For extra depth, try smoked paprika or brush bacon with maple syrup after baking.

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