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An extreme close-up of a single bacon goat cheese crostini, showing the creamy texture of the cheese and the crispy bacon.

Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer with Honey & Thyme

This Bacon Goat Cheese Appetizer is the perfect blend of creamy, savory, and sweet. Crispy bacon and tangy goat cheese on a toasted crostini, drizzled with honey and fresh thyme. The ultimate easy, elegant party food!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 crostini
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 French baguette Sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 oz goat cheese softened
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into ½-inch thick rounds. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet, brush them lightly with olive oil, and toast for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  2. While the crostini toasts, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble it into small pieces once cooled.
  3. Spread a generous layer of softened goat cheese onto each toasted baguette slice.
  4. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the goat cheese. Drizzle with honey and finish with a scattering of fresh thyme leaves and a crack of black pepper.
  5. Arrange the crostini on a platter and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: For easy spreading, allow the goat cheese to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before using.
Tip 2: Prepare the components ahead of time, but assemble just before serving to ensure the crostini stay crisp.