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Dates with Goat Cheese Wrapped in Bacon Recipe

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  • Author: Matteo
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: About 20-24 stuffed dates depending on size 1x

Description

These Dates with Goat Cheese Wrapped in Bacon are a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, making an irresistible appetizer. Soft dates stuffed with creamy goat cheese, wrapped in crispy bacon, then drizzled with honey and garnished with fresh herbs create an elegant and easy-to-make dish ideal for parties or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Dates and Filling

  • 14 oz. dates (pitted)
  • 4 oz goat cheese

Bacon and Toppings

  • 1 package bacon (cut into halves or thirds depending on date size)
  • 4 Tbsp. honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme leaves for topping
  • Fresh parsley for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dates.
  2. Prepare Dates: Slice each date in half and remove any pits if present, as some dates may still contain pits. This ensures they are ready to be stuffed.
  3. Stuff Dates: Using a teaspoon, stuff each date with approximately 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of creamy goat cheese, filling the cavity left by the pit.
  4. Wrap with Bacon: Take a 1/3 to 1/2 piece of bacon and wrap it securely around each stuffed date. Use a toothpick to hold the bacon in place during cooking.
  5. Arrange on Rack: Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking rack set over a baking sheet. This setup will allow the bacon to crisp evenly while baking.
  6. Bake: Bake the dates in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy. For even crispiness, turn the dates halfway through baking.
  7. Finish and Serve: Once baked, immediately drizzle the dates with honey, season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley and thyme leaves. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • If your dates are not pitted, be sure to remove the pits carefully to avoid any hard pieces.
  • Adjust bacon portion sizes based on date size to ensure an even wrap without excess bacon.
  • Use a cooling rack above the baking sheet to allow fat to drip away and ensure maximum crispiness.
  • Honey drizzle adds a lovely sweetness contrast; adjust the amount to taste.
  • Fresh herbs add freshness and visual appeal but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Bacon wrapped dates, Bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese, Dates with Goat Cheese Wrapped in Bacon, Appetizer, Sweet and Salty Snack

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