Date Appetizers
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors with these irresistible Date Appetizers. Featuring tender Medjool dates stuffed with tangy goat cheese, wrapped in crispy, golden bacon, and finished with a drizzle of honey, this bite-sized delight is a show-stopping party treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy appetizer boasts a luxurious flavor profile while being incredibly simple to prepare. Ideal for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or casual snacking, these stuffed dates are guaranteed to impress your guests. Serve them warm and watch as their caramelized sweetness and smoky, salty crunch disappear in an instant!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Medjool dates
- 6 tablespoons Goat cheese
- 6 pieces Bacon strips
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 12 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
Slice each Medjool date lengthwise to remove the pit, creating a little pocket for the filling.
Fill each date with about 1/2 tablespoon of goat cheese. Press the edges of the date gently to close it around the cheese.
Cut each strip of bacon in half, making 12 smaller pieces of bacon.
Wrap each stuffed date with a half-strip of bacon and secure it with a toothpick by threading it through the date.
Place the wrapped dates on the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown, turning halfway through the cooking time for even crispiness.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the dates to cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
Drizzle the warm dates with honey just before serving for a touch of sweetness.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or snack and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.0 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1234 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.3 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 209.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.3 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2327 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
