Bacon Wrapped Dates
from kristineskitchenblog.comThese bacon wrapped dates are an easy party appetizer made with only 3 ingredients. They're the best combination of sweet and savory!
Servings: 10 servings (2 dates per serving)
Calories: 247kcal
Ingredients
- 20 Medjool dates
- 3 ounces goat cheese
- 10 slices bacon thin bacon works best
- flaky sea salt optional, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make a small cut in each date (be careful not to fully slice it in half) and remove the pit. Use a butter knife or small spoon to fill each date with goat cheese (just enough to fill it without it being overly stuffed) and gently press the date closed.20 Medjool dates, 3 ounces goat cheese
- Cut each piece of bacon in half, so that you have two shorter pieces. Wrap half a piece of bacon tightly around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick. Place on the parchment-lined baking sheet.10 slices bacon
- Bake the bacon wrapped dates for 18-22 minutes, just until bacon is cooked. Transfer them to a paper towel lined plate to cool for 5 minutes. Then place them on a serving plate, sprinkle with a little flaky sea salt if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
Recipe Variations:
- Cheese: Use blue cheese instead of goat cheese for a bolder flavor.
- Add a drizzle of honey, hot honey or Balsamic Glaze right before serving.
- Fresh Herbs: Mix finely chopped fresh rosemary or thyme into the goat cheese.
- Add nuts: Mix toasted pecans, walnuts or pistachios into the goat cheese for crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 2dates | Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg
