Boursin Candied Bacon Crackers
Ingredients
- 1-1.5 sleeves Club crackers
- 1 lb. bacon
regular or thin sliced NOT thick-cut
- 1-5.3 oz Boursin cheese
I used garlic and herb but black pepper is also great
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil in order to catch the grease drippings from the bacon.
- 2
Place a cooling rack right on top of the lined pan, this is what we will bake the crackers on.
- 3
Measure out brown sugar and red pepper flakes each into their own bowl to avoid contaminating the containers. You can always add more to the bowls if needed.
- 4
Spread on a layer of Boursin cheese onto each cracker and place side by side on the prepared rack. Don't spread it too thin but don't pile it on. Just a good smooth coat is enough, about 1/8" thick (see photos for reference).
- 5
Slice the bacon into fours so they also match the length of the crackers. Place one piece of bacon onto each cracker.
- 6
Then sprinkle on a liberal amount of brown sugar and top that with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- 7
Bake in the oven for 35-45 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through. Begin checking on them at 30 minutes. Once the bacon is cooked through and the edges of the crackers begin to brown, they are finished.
- 8
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Boursin Candied Bacon Crackers
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About this Recipe
Looking for that perfect appetizer that hits all the right notes—sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy? These Boursin Candied Bacon Crackers are an irresistible, poppable snack that delivers big on flavor and texture, making them a standout for any occasion.
What makes these crackers so uniquely addictive is the clever combination of rich, herby Boursin cheese with crispy, sweet-and-salty candied bacon, all atop a classic cracker base. The Boursin adds a wonderful creamy counterpoint to the satisfying crunch, elevating a simple appetizer into something truly special.
Prepare your taste buds for an explosion of flavors and textures. You'll bite into a crisp cracker, followed by the luxurious creaminess of Boursin cheese, which melts beautifully into the sweet, savory, and slightly spicy candied bacon. The dark brown sugar creates that perfect caramelized glaze on the bacon, while a hint of red pepper flakes offers a subtle warmth that keeps you coming back for more. These are designed to be a delightful, protein-packed mouthful, perfect for mingling.
The beauty of these candied bacon crackers lies in their adaptability. You can easily switch up the Boursin cheese flavor; while garlic and herb is fantastic, using a black pepper Boursin will add a different aromatic depth. For the bacon, remember to stick to regular or thin-sliced bacon, as thick-cut bacon won't crisp up quite the same way for this recipe. If you’re not a fan of heat, you can reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
These Boursin Candied Bacon Crackers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. They're ideal for game days, holiday parties, or simply as a sophisticated yet approachable appetizer for friends. Serve them on a platter and watch them disappear!