Million Dollar Bacon Crostini: The Pressure Cooker Way
This crispy, caramelized bacon crostini with creamy cheese spread delivers gourmet flavor in under 30 minutes using your pressure cooker.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl for cheese mixture
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 baguette sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 8 strips thick-cut bacon
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces goat cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay the bacon strips on a wire rack over the baking sheet. Sprinkle with brown sugar, drizzle with maple syrup, and finish with black pepper.
- Bake the bacon for 20 to 25 minutes until caramelized and crispy. Let cool and chop into bite-size pieces.
- Mix softened goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth. Stir in chives, garlic powder, and salt.
- Toast the baguette slices under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Spread cheese mixture on each toast and top with candied bacon and optional chive garnish.
Notes
Store candied bacon and cheese spread separately. Toast crostini fresh before serving for maximum crunch.