Description
Delicious bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with creamy goat cheese, drizzled with sweet maple syrup, and baked to crispy perfection. This appetizer combines savory, sweet, and creamy flavors for a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for parties or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dates and Filling
- 20 Medjool dates, pits removed
- 6 ounces goat cheese, softened
Bacon Wrap and Glaze
- 10 slices bacon, cut in half
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Other
- Cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a sheet pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Stuff the Dates: Use a small spoon or a piping bag to fill each pitted date with about 1 teaspoon of softened goat cheese. Press the dates gently to close around the filling.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each stuffed date with a half slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick to hold it in place during cooking.
- Glaze with Maple Syrup: Brush the maple syrup evenly over the bacon-wrapped dates to add a sweet, caramelized finish.
- Bake: Place the dates on the prepared sheet pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure the bacon crisps evenly and browns to perfection.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dates for a pop of color and freshness. Serve immediately, optionally keeping or removing the toothpicks based on presentation preference.
Notes
- You can use a small spoon or a piping bag fitted with a plain tip to stuff the dates with goat cheese.
- Avoid using thick-cut bacon as it will require longer cooking time and may not crisp evenly with the dates.
- Serve the dates with toothpicks intact for easy eating or remove them for a more refined appetizer presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date with bacon
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
