Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese
Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese are a delectable party appetizer that expertly marries sweet and savory flavors. These mouthwatering bites feature plump Medjool dates filled with creamy goat cheese, all wrapped in crispy bacon. Perfectly easy to prepare, they not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any platter, making them a guaranteed hit at your next gathering!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes 6 servings (12 dates) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 oz creamy goat cheese
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cut in half
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each date open on one side and fill with about half a teaspoon of goat cheese.
- Wrap each stuffed date with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Arrange the wrapped dates on the baking sheet and drizzle honey over each one.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 dates (30g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg