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Bacon Wrapped Dates
Bacon Wrapped Dates made with sweet, plump dates, creamy herbed cheese, and salty bacon are always a hit and the first appetizer to disappear at get-togethers. They are truly irresistible!
👥 24 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 40 min⏳ Prep: 20 min🔥 Cook: 20 min👤 Amy Flanigan📖 bellyfull
🥘 Ingredients
Check off ingredients as you prepare them:
🍳 Cookware
- baking sheet
- oven
- knife
- bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F with the rack in the middle position. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
If the dates are not already pitted, using a pairing knife, slice the dates lengthwise to create a pocket, being very careful not to cut all the way through. Remove the pit and discard. Set dates aside.
3
In a medium bowl, mix together the goat cheese, thyme, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt and pepper to taste, until throughly combined.
goat cheese (, softened)6 ounces
4
Using a small spoon or a piping bag fitted with a plain tip, stuff the dates with about 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese mixture and then press an almond into the cheese. Gently squeeze to seal the dates shut.
goat cheese (, softened)6 ounces
5
Wrap each date with bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place the stuffed date on its side on the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dates, spacing them evenly apart.
6
With a pastry brush, baste the honey all over the wrapped dates (it shouldn't drip - you just want a thin coat.)
7
Transfer to the oven and bake ⏱️ 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is browned and crisp on all sides. (Keep an eye on the dates and remove from the oven as soon as the bacon is as crispy as you like, or alternatively allow them to bake longer if you want them even crispier.)
8
Remove from the oven and transfer to a paper towel lined plate and let sit for ⏱️ 5 minutes so the grease can drain. You can leave the toothpicks in or remove them for a cleaner presentation.
toothpicks (soaked in water for 15 minutes)
9
Serve warm or room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
calories
148 kcal
fat Content
6 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
2 g
sugar Content
19 g
sodium Content
99 mg
protein Content
3 g
trans Fat Content
1 g
cholesterol Content
11 mg
carbohydrate Content
21 g
saturated Fat Content
3 g
unsaturated Fat Content
4 g
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