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These Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Goat Cheese are made with just four ingredients. Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates are a flavor-packed appetizer that is always a party hit!
You can make this recipe for $19.31. It makes sixteen servings for just $1.21 per serving.
We recommend our Classic Cheese Ball, Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms, and Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs for more appetizer recipes.
Calling all bacon lovers! We have a unique appetizer that you have to try. This recipe is an impressive dish that is simple to make with a few ingredients. The sweet dates are stuffed with tangy goat cheese and then wrapped in salty bacon.
The sweet and salty mouthwatering combination is irresistible. These dates make the perfect appetizer for any holiday party, New Year’s Eve, a game day party, or any other time you need delicious finger food.
This recipe is a little on the pricey side, but it is well worth it! Also, keep an eye out for Medjool dates at Costo during the holidays because buying them there will cut the cost significantly!
Ingredients & Cost:
- 32 large Medjool dates – $12.99
- 1/2 cup goat cheese – $2.46
- 32 roasted whole almonds – $0.50
- 16 slices bacon – $3.36
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Instructions
- First, preheat the oven and prepare a baking sheet with foil and a wire rack.
- Next, cut a slit into a date and remove the pit.
- Stuff each date with an almond and goat cheese.
- Pinch the date closed and wrap it in bacon. Plate the date on the baking sheet and repeat with the remaining dates.
- Finally, bake for about 30 minutes and enjoy.
RECIPE VARIATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
- You can substitute the goat cheese for any other salty cheese, such as blue cheese or feta.
- Substitute the almond for another type of nut. Pecans would work well.
STORAGE AND REHEATING TIPS
SERVE: You can keep the bacon-wrapped dates at room temperature for about two hours before they need to be refrigerated.
STORE: Place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
FREEZE: Place the cooled dates on a baking sheet on a single layer. Freeze for one hour or until frozen soil. Then transfer to a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag.
THAW AND REHEAT: To thaw, place the dates in the refrigerator overnight or place them at room temperature for 2-3 hours. Place the dates on a white rack set over a baking sheet. Heat in a 350 degree F oven for about 10 minutes or until heated through.
COOK’S TOOLS
- baking sheet
- wire rack
- chef’s knife
RECIPE FAQs
Our favorite cheese is goat cheese. But you can also use feta, bleu cheese, or ricotta. Just note substituting the cheese will slightly alter the taste of the dates.
Bacon is done cooking when it is golden brown. If it is still pink, it is undercooked. On the contrary, if the bacon is dark brown, then it is overcooked.
GET KIDS INVOLVED
Ages 2-3: Have your little one place the dates on the baking sheet after you wrap them in bacon. A fun counting activity will be to count the dates as they place them on the baking sheet.
Ages 4-5: Your child can get the almonds ready to stuff in the dates. Have your child practice counting as they get out the correct amount of dates.
Ages 6-8: Guide your child’s hands as you show them how to cut a slit in the date. Teach them proper knife safety as you do this.
Ages 9-11: Supervise them while they prepare the entire recipe. Remember to have them read it twice before beginning the recipe.
Ages 12+: Let them prepare the entire recipe, unsupervised, while you do the happy dance in the corner!
BUDGET TIPS
- During the holidays we almost always find Medjool dates at Costo for a much better price than listed above, so keep an eye out!
- You’ll also find the almonds, bacon, and goat cheese at Costo for a better price than listed above. Buying groceries in bulk at at clubs like Costo and Sam’s Club save us a lot of money during the holidays when we do a lot of entertainig and attend numerous parties.
MORE APPETIZERS
- Baked Chicken Wings
- Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites
- Classic Cheese Ball Recipe
- Crockpot Chile Con Queso
- Easy Hummus
- Homemade Chicken Fingers
- Nacho Fries
- Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
- Easy Taco Pizza
- Sausage Rolls
Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Goat Cheese
Equipment
- baking sheet
- wire rack
- chef's knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 32 large Medjool dates
- 32 roasted whole almonds
- ½ cup goat cheese
- 16 slices bacon about 14 ounces halved crosswise
GARNISH:
- sliced green onion optional
Instructions
- Place the oven rack in the middle position and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Set a wire rack on a baking sheet that has been covered with foil; set aside.
- Use a knife to cut a slit lengthwise into a date and take out the pit. Gently stretch the opening you just cut to allow room for the stuffing.
- Stuff the dates with 1 almond and about 1 teaspoon full of goat cheese each.
- Pinch the dates closed and wrap each date in a piece of bacon before setting them on the baking sheet. The bacon should be wrapped tightly.
- Bake the stuffed dates for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon is browned and crisp. Turn each date halfway through baking.
- Place the dates on a serving platter and sprinkle with sliced green onions (optional).
- Serve the dates warm or at room temperature.
Lisalia says
This was so good! And my only swap was using Costco pre-cooked bacon. It was easy-peasy and scrumptious!
Natalie says
Such a lovely party snack idea. Looks fantastic and the flavors are really interesting. I’m going to save this recipe and surprise my guests next time I’m throwing a party.
Mandy Applegate says
This will be great for my holiday buffet!
Dannii says
These look amazing and they would be perfect for Christmas party food.
Claudia Lamascolo says
The flavors are just fantastic in this recipe and I will make it again very good!