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Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese & Honey

Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese & Honey: Irresistible Appetizer

Try these Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese & Honey, an irresistible appetizer that combines sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bacon Wrapped Dates Ingredients
  • 20 pieces pitted Medjool dates The star of the show, their natural sweetness pairs perfectly with savory ingredients.
  • 6 ounces goat cheese Softened for easy stuffing.
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper A touch of spice.
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt Balances sweetness.
  • 10 slices bacon Cut in half.
  • ¼ cup honey Adds a luscious sweetness.
  • fresh rosemary or thyme For garnish, optional.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • medium bowl
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine softened goat cheese, black pepper, and sea salt until well mixed.
  3. Stuff each pitted date with about one teaspoon of the goat cheese mixture.
  4. Wrap each stuffed date with a half slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
  5. Place bacon-wrapped dates seam side down on the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is golden brown and crispy.
  7. While baking, warm the honey over low heat until slightly runny.
  8. Remove the dates from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then drizzle warmed honey over them.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh rosemary or thyme, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh Medjool dates and do not skip warming the honey before drizzling.

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