goat cheese bruschetta: a delectable twist with turkey bacon
Delight in this goat cheese bruschetta recipe featuring a savory twist with turkey bacon, creating a perfect appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French baguette
- 8 ounces goat cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1-inch thick pieces.
- Spread the slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy.
- Once the bacon is cooked, crumble it and set aside.
- Spread goat cheese on each toasted baguette slice.
- Top with crumbled bacon, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- This bruschetta can be made ahead of time; simply assemble and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Feel free to add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Appetizers, Turkey Bacon