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Bacon wrapped Dates & Goat Cheese

Bacon-Wrapped Dates & Goat Cheese

Wife with the Knife
Sweet, sticky Medjool dates stuffed with creamy goat cheese, wrapped in crispy bacon, and baked until golden and crisp. This is my go-to when I want something that feels a little fancy without putting in a ton of work. You get salty, sweet, creamy, and crispy all in one bite. Set these out at a party and they’ll be gone before you know it.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Finger Food, Holiday Dishes, Hors d'oeuvres
Servings 12 pieces

Equipment

  • 12 tooth Picks

Ingredients
  

  • 12 Medjool dates (pitted)
  • 4 ounces goat cheese (see notes)
  • 6 slices of thin bacon (cut in half crosswise)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Slice open each date lengthwise and remove the pit.
  • Stuff each date with a small amount of goat cheese, filling the cavity left by the pit.
  • Wrap each stuffed date with a half-slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
  • Place the bacon-wrapped dates on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes
  • Flip the dates over to the other side and cook for an additional 10 minutes (or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.)
  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  • Serve the bacon-wrapped dates & goat cheese on their own or with your choice of dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Assemble the dates up to 24 hours in advance and store covered in the fridge. Bake just before serving.
  • Serving: Best served warm, straight from the oven, for maximum flavor and texture contrast.
  • Goat Cheese: Plain, soft goat cheese works best. If using herbed goat cheese, skip any extra seasonings.
  • Cheese Swaps: Goat cheese is classic here, but feel free to experiment! Cream cheese, blue cheese, or a soft brie all work beautifully and bring their own twist to the flavour.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F until warmed through and the bacon crisps back up.
  • Variations & Optional Add-Ins:
    • For a slightly different flavour profile, try adding a touch of fig jam or apricot preserves inside the date with the cheese.
    • Drizzle with hot honey before serving.
    • Finish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
 
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Keyword Bacon wrapped, Easy party food, Elegant Party Food, Finger Food, Hors d'oeuvres, Party Appetizers, savory sweet bites, small bites, Stuffed Dates, Sweet and Savoury, Tapas