Million Dollar Bacon Goat Cheese (Printable Version)

Creamy goat cheese with crispy bacon, pecans, and cranberries perfect for gatherings and entertaining.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Cheese Blend

01 - 227 g goat cheese, softened
02 - 113 g cream cheese, softened

→ Sweetener

03 - 15 ml honey

→ Toppings

04 - 120 ml chopped crispy cooked bacon
05 - 30 ml chopped pecans
06 - 30 ml dried cranberries, chopped
07 - 15 ml fresh rosemary, minced

→ Garnish

08 - 240 ml arugula

→ Serving

09 - Crackers or crostini

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a medium bowl, blend softened goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth and homogenous.
02 - Add honey to the cheese mixture and fold gently until fully integrated.
03 - On a separate plate, combine chopped bacon, pecans, cranberries, and minced rosemary evenly.
04 - Using plastic wrap, form the cheese mixture into an even log shape.
05 - Roll the cheese log over the bacon, pecan, cranberry, and rosemary mixture to coat all sides thoroughly.
06 - Place the coated cheese log on a serving platter and arrange arugula around as garnish.
07 - Refrigerate the cheese log for a minimum of 30 minutes to meld flavors.
08 - Present the chilled cheese log with an assortment of crackers or crostini.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use high-quality goat cheese and bacon for optimal flavor and texture.
02 - Prepare up to 2 days in advance and keep refrigerated.
03 - Offering a variety of crackers or crostini enhances serving options.