Description
Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer Log offers a divine blend of creamy goat cheese and crispy bacon, making it an irresistible dish for any occasion. This visually stunning log is easy to prepare and promises to be the highlight of your gatherings. With fresh herbs and crunchy walnuts, every bite bursts with flavor, ensuring your guests will keep coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz soft goat cheese
- 4 oz thick-cut bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup walnuts (chopped and toasted)
- Crackers or toasted baguette slices (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange bacon strips on it. Bake until crispy, about 15-20 minutes.
- Once cooled, crumble the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened goat cheese with crumbled bacon, herbs, and walnuts until evenly combined.
- Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap and form it into a log shape by rolling tightly. Twist the ends of the wrap to secure.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours or overnight for best results.
- Unwrap and serve on a platter surrounded by crackers or bread slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg