Description
Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates are the perfect holiday treat! This delicious recipe is easy to make and sure to please everyone at your next holiday gathering. Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates are made with just a few simple ingredients: dates, bacon, and your favorite stuffing
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
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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.
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Pit the dates by carefully cutting a slit down one side with a sharp knife. Remove pits and discard. Set aside.
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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.
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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.
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Repeat this process with the remaining bacon and stuffed dates.
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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.
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Remove from oven and drizzle with remaining honey and garnish with the fresh parsley, if using, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
These quick and easy appetizers are sure to be a big hit, so feel free to double or triple this recipe to make sure you have enough on hand.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 mins