Why I Love This Recipe

If I’m putting together an appetizer spread, I always like to have something that’s easy to assemble but still feels a little elevated. These crostini check every box. The creamy whipped goat cheese, crispy bacon, fresh rosemary, and drizzle of hot honey all work so well together, and the toasted sourdough gives every bite the perfect crunch.

Enjoying The Leftovers

The whipped goat cheese can easily be made ahead, which makes entertaining so much easier. If you have leftovers, use it as a spread for sandwiches, toast, or crackers. I recommend assembling the crostini just before serving so the bread stays crisp.

Storing

Store the whipped goat cheese and cooked bacon in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep the toasted bread at room temperature in an airtight container if you’re making it ahead.

Reheating

Spread the whipped goat cheese onto the toasted sourdough, then top with the bacon, rosemary, and a drizzle of hot honey just before serving. They’re best enjoyed while the bread is still crisp.

A cutting board full of little crostini with whipped goat cheese, bacon and chopped rosemary on top. Plus a drizzle of honey on each one.
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Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini with Bacon and Hot Honey Drizzle

Creamy whipped goat cheese, crispy bacon, fresh rosemary, and hot honey come together on toasted sourdough for an appetizer that's packed with flavor and texture. These Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini are easy to prepare, perfect for entertaining, and a great addition to any holiday appetizer spread or dinner party.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
US M
Servings 10

Ingredients

  • 1 large sourdough baguette
  • 1, 12 pack of thinly sliced bacon
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • Hot honey for drizzling
For the Whipped Goat Cheese:
  • 8 oz goat cheese softened
  • 2 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp honey
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400℉.
  • Place the bacon on a foil-lined baking sheet in an even layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • While the bacon is cooking, add all the whipped goat cheese ingredients to a blender, food processor, or stand mixer and blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Place in the fridge until you’re ready to assemble.
  • Slice the baguette into about 1/2-inch round slices. Place on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 3 minutes. Switch the oven to broil and broil for about two more minutes or until the bread starts turning golden brown.
  • Once the bacon has cooled, place it on a paper towel to remove the excess grease. Move the bacon to a cutting board and chop it into small pieces to create the bacon bits.
  • Now it’s time to assemble! To each piece of bread, add a dollop of whipped goat cheese, bacon bits, and a sprinkle of chopped rosemary. Repeat until you’ve added this to all the bread.
  • Top each one with a drizzle of hot honey, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Equipment

large baking sheet
cutting board
mixing bowls
measuring cups

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 1g

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