Devils on Horseback
Elevate your next gathering with Devils on Horseback, a tantalizing appetizer that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. This irresistible recipe features tender pitted dates or prunes stuffed with creamy goat or bold blue cheese, optionally paired with the crunch of whole almonds. Each bite is wrapped in crispy, golden-brown bacon, creating a mouthwatering harmony of textures. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time each, these bite-sized delights are quick, easy, and guaranteed to impress. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing snack or an elegant party appetizer, Devils on Horseback will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for holiday spreads, game days, or any occasion that calls for something truly special!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces pitted dates or prunes
- 0.25 cup soft goat cheese or blue cheese
- 12 pieces whole almonds (optional)
- 6 pieces bacon slices, cut in half
- 12 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Take each pitted date or prune and make a small slit down the side to create a pocket. Be careful not to cut them all the way through.
Using a small spoon or your fingers, stuff each date or prune with a bit of goat cheese or blue cheese. If desired, press a whole almond into the cheese filling for added crunch.
Wrap each stuffed date or prune with a half slice of bacon, ensuring the seam side is on the bottom. Secure it by threading a toothpick through the center.
Place the wrapped dates or prunes onto the prepared baking sheet, with the seam side of the bacon facing down to prevent them from unraveling.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown, turning them over halfway through cooking for even crisping.
Remove from the oven and allow the Devils on Horseback to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1101 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.5 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1072 mg | 23% | |
*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.
