Description
Indulge your taste buds with Million Dollar Bacon Crostini, a gourmet appetizer that perfectly balances crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and a hint of sweet maple syrup. Ideal for brunch or gatherings, these vibrant bites are not only visually stunning but also simple to prepare. With layers of flavor in every crunch, this dish promises to impress your guests and elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette and set aside.
- Place bacon on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy.
- Toast baguette slices on another baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Mash avocados with salt and lime juice until smooth yet chunky.
- Spread mashed avocado on each toasted slice, top with crispy bacon, drizzle with maple syrup, and sprinkle with chili flakes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg