Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese
Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese is a delectable appetizer that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and creamy flavors. Each bite combines the rich sweetness of Medjool dates with the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, all wrapped in crispy bacon. Ideal for entertaining or casual snacking, this dish promises to impress every guest at your gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates
- 4 oz creamy goat cheese
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon (halved)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each Medjool date lengthwise to create a pocket; remove pits if present.
- Stuff each date generously with goat cheese.
- Wrap each stuffed date with half a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
- Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until bacon is golden and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving; drizzle with honey if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added spice, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes before baking. - Substitute goat cheese with blue cheese or cream cheese for different flavor profiles. - These can be made ahead of time; simply assemble and refrigerate until ready to bake.