Description
Sweet and Savory Bacon-wrapped Dates are a delightful appetizer that combines the rich flavor of bacon with the sweetness of dates, creating a perfect balance of taste.
Ingredients
12 large Medjool dates
6 slices of bacon
1/4 cup of goat cheese
1/4 cup of chopped pecans
1 tablespoon of honey
1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Slice each date lengthwise and remove the pit.
3. Stuff each date with goat cheese and a few chopped pecans.
4. Wrap each stuffed date with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
5. Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking sheet.
6. Drizzle honey over the top and sprinkle with black pepper.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
Notes
These can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: bacon, dates, appetizer, sweet, savory