Description
Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese are an irresistible blend of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors that will delight your taste buds. These bite-sized treats feature plump Medjool dates stuffed with rich goat cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon, making them a standout appetizer for any gathering. Perfect for dinner parties or casual get-togethers, this easy recipe is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened
- 6 slices thinly sliced bacon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make a lengthwise slit in each date and remove the pit.
- Stuff each date with goat cheese until generously filled.
- Cut bacon slices in half and wrap each piece around the stuffed dates, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
- Place wrapped dates seam-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy.
- Drizzle honey over warm dates before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (90g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Helpful Notes: - Soak wooden toothpicks in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. - Substitute goat cheese with blue or cream cheese for different flavor profiles. - Prepare ahead of time by assembling the dates and refrigerating until ready to bake.