Description
Bacon Wrapped Dates are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. With crispy bacon and creamy goat cheese, this easy dish is great for appetizers or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces bacon (12 slices)
- 24 medjool dates (pitted, 6.5 ounces)
- 2 ounces goat cheese
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius).
- Slice each bacon strip in half.
- Stuff each date with goat cheese, then wrap a half slice of bacon around it.
- Place the wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper over the dates.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized.
Notes
Use high-quality bacon for the best flavor.
You can substitute almonds for goat cheese for added crunch.
Adjust the spices to your taste if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg