Million Dollar Bacon Crostini
Million Dollar Bacon Crostini is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines crispy baguette slices with sweet, caramelized bacon to create a flavor explosion. Topped with creamy cheese, drizzled maple syrup, and fresh chives, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette (sliced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 8 oz thick-cut bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Place bacon strips on another lined baking sheet and sprinkle brown sugar over them.
- Bake both sheets for 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy and caramelized.
- While baking, mix softened cream cheese and black pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese on each baguette slice, top with bacon pieces.
- Drizzle maple syrup over crostini and sprinkle with chives before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostinis (60g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For added spice, consider incorporating sliced jalapeños or swapping out cheeses to suit your taste. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.