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Savory Bacon Goat Cheese Log Recipe Perfect for Parties

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A quick and easy appetizer combining the crispy crunch of smoky bacon with the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, perfect for parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz soft plain goat cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 6 strips crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)
  • Crackers or fresh veggies for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay the bacon strips on a baking sheet and cook until crispy, about 12-15 minutes. Remove, let cool, and crumble into small pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  3. Fold in the crispy bacon crumbles and chopped chives or parsley. If using nuts, add them at this stage.
  4. Place the cheese mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap. Use the wrap to shape it into a log, roughly 6-8 inches long.
  5. Spread additional bacon crumbles, herbs, or nuts onto a flat surface. Roll the log over the toppings until fully coated.
  6. Wrap the log in the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Place the log on a serving platter and drizzle lightly with honey if desired. Serve with crackers or veggie sticks.

Notes

[‘Let the goat cheese and cream cheese sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften.’, ‘If the cheese mixture feels too soft, refrigerate it for 15 minutes before shaping the log.’, ‘Lightly grease the plastic wrap if the cheese mixture sticks.’, ‘Prepare the log a day in advance for better flavor.’]

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Keywords: bacon, goat cheese, appetizer, party food, easy recipe, savory snack, holiday recipe

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