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Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese

Bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese are always the first appetizer to disappear at parties. They're sweet, salty, and everyone loves them. Only 3 ingredients and so easy to make ahead!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 24 bites

Ingredients

  • 24 medjool dates - pitted
  • 5 oz goat cheese - softened
  • 12 slices bacon - cut in half

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. If you want the crispiest bacon, you can use a wire rack. Place it on top of the foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Slice each date lengthwise down one side, being careful not to cut all the way through. Remove the pit and discard.
    Hand holding medjool date showing that is sliced open and the pit is removed.
  • Stuff each date with about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese.
    Medjool dates pitted and stuffed with crumbled goat cheese ready for wrapping in bacon.
  • Wrap each stuffed date with half a slice of bacon. Tuck the end of the bacon underneath and secure with a toothpick through the center.
    Hands securing bacon wrap around stuffed date before adding toothpick.
  • Arrange the dates on the prepared baking sheet. If using a wire rack, place dates seam-side down on the rack. If not using a wire rack, lay the dates on their sides so the toothpick rests horizontally on the baking sheet.
    aw bacon wrapped dates with toothpicks arranged on foil-lined baking sheet before baking
  • Bake for 15 minutes. If not using a wire rack, flip each date to the other side. Continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
    Close-up of bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese and toothpicks on a serving platter showing crispy bacon.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Ingredient Notes:
    • Use regular-cut bacon instead of thick-cut for best results. Thick-cut bacon takes longer to cook and can overcook the dates.
    • Let the goat cheese come to room temperature before stuffing for easier handling.
  • Crispy Bacon Tip: Without a wire rack, flipping the dates halfway through ensures all sides of the bacon get crispy.
  • Make Ahead: These can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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