Bacon-Wrapped Dates Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make bacon-wrapped dates, a perfect appetizer combining sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. These bite-sized treats can be optionally stuffed with creamy goat cheese or tangy blue cheese for an extra layer of richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 pieces
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 Medjool dates (pitted)
- 6 slices of bacon (cut in half)
- Optional: goat cheese or blue cheese for stuffing, about 1/4 cup
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal baking temperature for a crispy bacon wrap.
- Prepare Dates: If you choose to stuff the dates, gently open each pitted date and fill it with a small amount of goat cheese or blue cheese using a spoon or your fingers.
- Wrap Dates: Take half a slice of bacon and wrap it tightly around each date, securing it with a toothpick if needed to hold the bacon in place during baking.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the bacon is crispy and browned, turning once halfway through if desired for even cooking.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the dates to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for their large size and sweetness, which complements the savory bacon.
- Choose goat cheese for a mild creamy flavor or blue cheese for a stronger tangy bite.
- Ensure bacon strips are cut thin so they cook evenly and crisp up quickly.
- Watch the baking times carefully to avoid burning the bacon; if your oven runs hot, start checking at 15 minutes.
- To make them easier to handle, chill the bacon slightly before wrapping the dates.
- These can also be prepared ahead and baked just before serving to keep them fresh and crispy.
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