Guacamole is always a crowd-pleaser, but this Bacon Goat Cheese Guacamole takes the classic dip to a whole new level. Creamy avocados get a flavorful upgrade with smoky, crispy bacon and tangy crumbles of goat cheese, balanced with fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and just the right amount of crunch from red onion. It’s the perfect blend of rich, savory, and refreshing—ideal for game day, parties, or simply elevating your next taco night.
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Bacon Goat Cheese Guacamole
Ingredients:
3 ripe avocados
Juice of 1 lime
1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional, for spice)
1 small clove garlic, minced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3–4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
¼ cup goat cheese, crumbled
Tortilla chips, for serving
Ingredients:
3 ripe avocados
Juice of 1 lime
1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional, for spice)
1 small clove garlic, minced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3–4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
¼ cup goat cheese, crumbled
Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions:
Cook the bacon: Fry or bake until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble. Set aside.
Prepare the avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop into a mixing bowl. Mash gently with a fork until chunky-smooth.
Mix in flavors: Stir in lime juice, jalapeño, garlic, onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the star ingredients: Fold in most of the crumbled bacon and goat cheese, reserving a little for garnish.
Finish & serve: Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle the top with the reserved bacon, goat cheese, and extra cilantro. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Cook the bacon: Fry or bake until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble. Set aside.
Prepare the avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop into a mixing bowl. Mash gently with a fork until chunky-smooth.
Mix in flavors: Stir in lime juice, jalapeño, garlic, onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the star ingredients: Fold in most of the crumbled bacon and goat cheese, reserving a little for garnish.
Finish & serve: Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle the top with the reserved bacon, goat cheese, and extra cilantro. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Tips & Variations:
- For extra smokiness, add a dash of smoked paprika.
- Substitute queso fresco or feta if you don’t have goat cheese.
- Keep the avocado from browning by pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface before chilling.
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