Million Dollar Turkey Bacon Crostini: An Indulgent Treat at Home
An indulgent twist on crostini featuring crispy turkey bacon and luxurious toppings, perfect for entertaining at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
- 1/4 cup smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Slice the baguette and brush with olive oil. Toast in the oven until golden.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chives, smoked paprika, black pepper, and half of the crumbled turkey bacon.
- Spread the mixture over the toasted baguette slices.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and diced tomatoes.
- Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Garnish with remaining turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other toppings such as avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- This dish is best served warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Million Dollar Bacon Crostini, Turkey Bacon, Crostini, Gourmet Appetizer