Candied Bacon Baked Brie is the best appetizer in the world! Gooey baked brie is topped with sweet and salty candied bacon for the most memorable appetizer you'll ever bring to a party!
When I started this blog, I knew I wanted to use it to help my community. I work full-time, so my time spent on the blog solidly fits in the category of "a fun hobby that pays me a little bit." I wanted to use that "little bit" to do some good. I thought, if I can share fun recipes like this Candied Bacon Baked Brie, and it helps me give back to the community I love, why wouldn't I do it?
"Every year a goner in 10 minutes! So good. #bestappetizers" Jamie, Pinterest User
Kansas City has been so good to me, providing this small-town girl with big-city dreams a super rewarding career, lots to do, and wonderful community to raise my son. I feel like I owe this community so much, for giving me a life that I could only imagine growing up.
"This was probably the most delicious thing I've ever made!"- Hannah, Pinterest User
When I was asked to create this post to promote the #BaconForSanta giving campaign, which also benefits Harvesters here in Kansas City, I seriously jumped for joy. Sometimes, the stars align!
Giving Back with Candied Bacon Baked Brie
A few years ago, I volunteered with a local organization and got to spend time helping kids here in Kansas City that didn't have enough to eat. This was before I was a parent, and even then, I understood the disadvantage that these kids were facing.
When you come to school hungry because there isn't enough to eat at home, you can't focus. It's a basic need, and the fact that children in my own town are hungry while I always have enough felt incredibly unfair.
So, I decided that each year I would donate a portion of the blog's profits to Harvesters, our local food bank that does absolutely incredibly work for children and families in our community.
Bacon Recipes for Santa:
- Candied Bacon Baked Brie: Scroll below to see the recipe. Santa will go nuts for this ooey gooey and EASY brie, topped with Candied Bacon, which is a REAL thing! 🙂
- Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts: My ALL-TIME favorite appetizer! Santa will definitely ask for the recipe.
- Mini Egg Muffins with Bacon: Towards those early morning hours, Santa will surely start craving breakfast. These easy mini muffins will do just the trick!
- Bacon Jam: Not only is this the best food gift ever, Santa will love it, too!
Don't have bacon on hand? Try out this Baked Brie with Honey, Candied Pecans, and Cranberries!
Gooey baked brie topped with a delicious brown sugar and maple syrup candied bacon. Candied Bacon Baked Brie
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Des @ Life's Ambrosia says
Holy. Smokes. This is bacon cheese heaven!
Heather | Heather Likes Food says
I love Brie Bacon. Putting these tow together sounds wonderful!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
Why wouldn't Santa want bacon instead of cookies?? 😉 And what a great cause to support! I just tweeted.
Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says
OH wow! This is genius! I can taste this already... soo good!
Nutmeg Nanny says
Ummmmm I need this in my life STAT! All that candied bacon on top is calling my name!
Serene @ House of Yumm says
This looks amazing!! I know for a fact Santa loves bacon in our household 🙂
Kristyn says
This looks awesome! Such a perfect appetizer!
Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) says
Oh my goodness! That looks so divine!
Michele says
I made this for my husband and myself, and it was FANTASTIC!!! Thank you, I will be making it a lot! 😉
Judy says
did you trim the top away from the brie?
Michelle says
Hi! I did not, but you certainly could to make it easier to cut into!
Michelle says
I am so glad to hear this! It's my favorite appetizer in the world!
Shannon says
Is it possible to wrap this in puff pastry?
Charlene Connor says
What kind of crackers go with this?
Michelle says
I would serve with traditional buttery crackers like a ritz!
Renee Goerger says
This is always a huge hit each and every time I make it. Thanks for the great recipe!
Michelle Goth says
Renee, so glad you love it! Thanks for letting me know.