Description
A delightful mix of sweetness and savory flavors, these Bacon Wrapped Dates filled with creamy goat cheese and drizzled with honey are perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 12 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 tbsp high-quality honey
- Optional herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully slice one side of each Medjool date and remove the pit.
- Spoon about a teaspoon of goat cheese into each date.
- Wrap each stuffed date with a half slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
- Place the wrapped dates on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
- Drizzle with honey before serving warm.
Notes
For an added kick, consider mixing crushed red pepper flakes with the goat cheese. These are best enjoyed fresh from the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: bacon wrapped dates, appetizer, goat cheese, easy recipe, sweet and savory