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An extreme close-up of a single piece of bacon wrapped goat cheese, showing the crispy texture of the bacon and the soft, warm cheese inside.

Bacon Wrapped Goat Cheese: The Ultimate Irresistible Appetizer

An easy, elegant recipe for Bacon Wrapped Goat Cheese. Creamy, tangy goat cheese wrapped in smoky, crisp bacon and baked to perfection. This is the ultimate irresistible appetizer for any party or gathering, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Starter
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz goat cheese log chilled to make slicing easier
  • 6 strips standard-cut bacon cut in half
  • 1 tbsp honey or balsamic glaze for drizzling
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or chives chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Parchment Paper
  • 12 Toothpicks

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the chilled goat cheese log into 12 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  3. Wrap one half-strip of bacon around the edge of each goat cheese round. Secure the bacon with a toothpick.
  4. Arrange the wrapped goat cheese on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
  5. Let cool slightly. Drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Pro-Tip: For extra crispy bacon, place the wrapped goat cheese on a wire rack on the baking sheet.
Make-Ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and store covered in the refrigerator. Add a few minutes to the baking time.