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Sweet & Savory Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese

These delectable bacon-wrapped dates, stuffed with creamy goat cheese, offer a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors. An ideal appetizer for any occasion, they're surprisingly easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 count Medjool dates pitted
  • 4 oz Goat cheese softened
  • 6 slices Bacon cut in half crosswise
  • 1 tbsp Honey optional, for drizzling

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Carefully make a lengthwise slit in each Medjool date and remove the pit. Be gentle to keep the date intact.
  3. Fill each pitted date with approximately 1 teaspoon of softened goat cheese. Gently press the date back together to enclose the cheese.
  4. Take a half-slice of bacon and wrap it tightly around each stuffed date. Secure the bacon with a toothpick.
  5. Arrange the bacon-wrapped dates in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is some space between each date.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown, and the dates are softened and slightly caramelized.
  7. Remove from the oven and, if desired, drizzle lightly with honey before serving warm. Carefully remove toothpicks before eating.

Notes

These bacon-wrapped dates are best served warm, allowing the goat cheese to be perfectly creamy. They can also be enjoyed at room temperature. For a make-ahead option, stuff and wrap the dates up to a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator before baking.