Description
Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese are a delightful appetizer that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Plump Medjool dates, generously stuffed with creamy goat cheese, are wrapped in crispy bacon and baked to perfection. These irresistible bites are ideal for parties, gatherings, or a cozy night in, making them a crowd favorite that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 oz creamy goat cheese
- 12 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 tbsp pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Carefully slice each date lengthwise without cutting through completely, then stuff with about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese.
- Wrap each stuffed date in a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick. Place them seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date (28g)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added crunch, incorporate toasted pine nuts inside the dates or experiment with different cheeses like blue cheese or cream cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.