Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Goat Cheese
A quick and easy appetizer featuring sweet Medjool dates stuffed with creamy goat cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon, perfect for entertaining or a tasty snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 large Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 10 slices thin-cut bacon, cut in half
- Optional: pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: honey for drizzling
- Optional: fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make a lengthwise slit in each date and remove the pit if not already pitted, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Soften the goat cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Optionally, mix in black pepper or finely chopped herbs.
- Fill each date generously with goat cheese using a small spoon or piping bag.
- Wrap each stuffed date with half a slice of bacon, tucking the end underneath and securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Place the wrapped dates seam side down on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until bacon is crisp and golden brown.
- Optionally drizzle with honey or sprinkle fresh herbs on top after baking.
- Serve warm, fresh from the oven.
Notes
Use thin-cut bacon for best crispiness. Turn dates halfway through baking for even cooking. For thick-cut bacon, reduce oven temperature to 375°F and bake longer. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness. Avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 80100
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 4
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