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A platter of Million Dollar Bacon Crostini appetizers, featuring crispy bacon on toasted bread with a creamy base.

Million Dollar Bacon Crostini

Enjoy these savory crostini topped with crispy, sweet and salty bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 crostini
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon
  • 12 slices bacon thick-cut
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
For the Crostini
  • 1 baguette bread sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cayenne pepper, if using.
  4. Coat each slice of bacon with the brown sugar mixture. Place the bacon in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized. Let it cool on the baking sheet.
  6. While the bacon bakes, arrange the bread slices on another baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil.
  7. Bake the bread for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
  8. Once the bacon has cooled, chop it into small pieces.
  9. Top each crostini with the chopped bacon.

Notes

You can add a sprinkle of fresh chives or a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving for extra flavor.

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