If you’re a fan of irresistible combinations that blend sweet, savory, and crispy textures into one bite, then this Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates recipe is about to become your new obsession.
These Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates are a must-try! Enjoy these soft and sweet Medjool dates stuffed with creamy goat cheese. The smoked bacon, cooked in a crispy-soft perfection, balances the softness and sweetness of the dates. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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Kitchen Tip
This date recipe will be on repeat because my family loved it! Make sure to cook the bacon evenly and not overfill the dates to prevent the goat cheese from leaking. It’s easy to make and will only take you less than an hour to serve it to your family and friends.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Yields: 24 appetizers
Ingredients for Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates
- 24 large whole Medjool dates
- 6 oz. goat cheese, room temperature
- ½ c. blanched almonds, slivered
- 3 T. honey, divided
- 12 slices bacon, cut in half
- Optional: 1 T. fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped, for garnish
How To Make Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates
#1. Place the top oven rack in the center position and preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking mat and set aside.
#2. Pit the dates by carefully cutting a slit down one side with a sharp knife. Remove pits and discard. Set aside.
#3. Add goat cheese, almonds, and two tablespoons of honey to a medium bowl and stir to combine. Fill each pitted date with some of the goat cheese mixtures and gently squeeze closed. Set aside.
#4. Place a one-half slice of bacon on a clean work surface with a stuffed date on top. Roll until the date is wrapped in the bacon and secure with a toothpick to hold it together. Repeat this process with the remaining bacon and stuffed dates.
#5. Arrange the bacon-wrapped dates on the prepared baking sheet and place them in the preheated oven. Bake until the bacon is evenly cooked, and the dates are heated for approximately 20-25 minutes. Flip the dates two or three times with tongs while cooking to ensure even results.
#6. Remove from oven and drizzle with remaining honey and garnish with the fresh parsley, if using, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
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Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates
Ingredients
- 24 large whole Medjool dates
- 6 oz. goat cheese room temperature
- ½ c. blanched almonds , slivered
- 3 T. honey , divided
- 12 slices bacon , cut in half
- Optional: 1 T. fresh parsley leaves , finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking mat and set aside.
- Pit the dates by carefully cutting a slit down one side with a sharp knife. Remove pits and discard. Set aside.
- Add goat cheese, almonds, and two tablespoons honey to a medium bowl and stir to combine. Fill each pitted date with some of the goat cheese mixture and gently squeeze closed. Set aside.
- Place one-half slice of bacon on a clean work surface with a stuffed date on top. Roll until the date is wrapped in the bacon and secure with a toothpick to hold together. Repeat this process with the remaining bacon and stuffed dates.
- Arrange the bacon-wrapped dates on the prepared baking sheet and place in the pre-heated oven. Bake until the bacon is evenly cooked, and the dates are heated through, approximately 20-25 minutes. Flip the dates two or three times with tongs while cooking to ensure even results.
- Remove from oven and drizzle with remaining honey and garnish with the fresh parsley, if using, and serve immediately.
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