Dates Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Wrapped in Bacon
August 6, 2022
These Dates Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Wrapped in Bacon are one of my favorite hors d'oeuvres. I love the sweetness of the dates with the saltiness of the bacon which all come together with the tangy goat cheese. I assemble them earlier in the day ready for the oven later.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Directions
1Preheat the oven to 350° F. Slice the dates lengthwise on one side to create an opening. Remove the pit.
2Using a spoon, stuff a small amount of goat cheese into the cavity of each date and press the sides together to close.
3Cut the bacon slices in half. Wrap each date with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
4Arrange evenly on a baking sheet with raised edges (otherwise grease will get everywhere) and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the dates and use the toothpick to turn each one so it’s laying on its side. Bake for another 5-8 minutes, until browned to your liking, and turn the dates to the other side and repeat. Remove from the oven, place on a paper towel lined plate, and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
MaggieToo
August 8, 2022
Classic retro app! I think in the ’70s we made these with Laughing Cow cheese — which probably wouldn’t break your heart, would it? 🙂