Description

Delight in this sophisticated yet easy-to-make Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese log. Creamy goat and cream cheeses blended with a touch of honey and coated with crispy bacon, pecans, dried cranberries, and fresh rosemary create a flavorful, elegant appetizer perfect for gatherings. Served chilled on a bed of peppery arugula with crackers or crostini, this recipe combines savory, sweet, and fresh notes for an irresistible starter.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese Mixture

227 g goat cheese, softened
113 g cream cheese, softened
15 ml honey

Topping

120 ml chopped crispy cooked bacon
30 ml chopped pecans
30 ml dried cranberries, chopped
15 ml fresh rosemary, minced

Garnish and Serving

240 ml arugula
Crackers or crostini for serving

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Instructions

Blend the Cheeses: In a medium bowl, blend softened goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth and homogenous, ensuring a creamy base for the log.
Add Honey: Gently fold honey into the cheese mixture until fully incorporated to add a subtle sweetness.
Prepare the Topping Mix: Combine chopped crispy bacon, pecans, dried cranberries, and minced fresh rosemary evenly on a separate plate.
Shape Cheese Log: Using plastic wrap, form the cheese mixture into an even log shape for easy coating and serving.
Coat the Cheese Log: Roll the cheese log over the bacon, pecan, cranberry, and rosemary mixture, coating all sides thoroughly to create a flavorful crust.
Garnish: Place the coated cheese log on a serving platter and arrange fresh arugula around it for a fresh, peppery touch.
Chill: Refrigerate the cheese log for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors and firm up the log.
Serve: Present the chilled cheese log with an assortment of crackers or crostini, perfect for spreading and sharing.

Notes

Use room temperature cheeses to ensure easier blending and smoother texture.
Crisp the bacon ahead of time to get nice texture contrast with the creamy cheese.
The log can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated, making it convenient for entertaining.
Swap dried cranberries for dried cherries or raisins for a different twist.
Fresh rosemary adds a fragrant herbal note but can be omitted if unavailable.
Serve with a variety of crackers or toasted baguette slices for best presentation and texture contrast.