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Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese
A simple 3-ingredient appetizer that combines the sweetness of dates with the creaminess of goat cheese and the crunch of bacon.
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Ingredients
- 8 rebanadas bacon (thin-cut bacon works best; cut in half)
- 16 dates (pitted)
- 4 oz goat cheese (soft)
- toothpicks (to secure the bacon)
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Slice the dates lengthwise on one side to create an opening and remove the pit.
- 3
Spoon a small amount of goat cheese into the cavity of each date and press the sides to close.
- 4
Cut the bacon slices in half. Wrap each date with half a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
- 5
Distribute the dates evenly on a rimmed baking sheet to prevent grease from spilling.
- 6
Bake for 10 minutes.
- 7
Remove the dates from the oven and use the toothpick to turn each one so it rests on its side. Bake for another 5 to 8 minutes until browned to your liking.
- 8
Turn the dates to the other side and repeat baking if necessary to make them crispy on all sides.
- 9
Remove from the oven, place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pro tip: Use thin-cut bacon so it cooks faster and gets crispier. The bacon should wrap around the date approximately 1.5 times. Variations: You can use blue cheese, feta, or cream cheese instead of goat cheese. For a special touch, mix 1/4 cup of honey with 1 tbsp of bourbon and glaze the dates right out of the oven. Air fryer instructions: Preheat to 390°F and cook for 8 minutes, shake the basket and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
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