My husband and I went on a date a few weeks ago. The restaurant we went to had these amazing dates... wrapped in bacon and stuffed with goat cheese (and they were even gluten free). They were to die for.
Since then, I've wanted to recreate the bacon wrapped dates. I finally bought some bacon at the store yesterday, so these were first on my list to make!
These bacon wrapped dates make the perfect appetizer, especially for a special occasion! Don't be afraid to double or triple the batch!
Looking for another tasty gluten-free appetizer? Try these jalapeno poppers from Gluten-Free Palate.
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Yields 12 servings
12 Medjool dates
6 pieces of bacon, preferably nitrate free & uncured
2-4 ounces of goat cheese
12 toothpicks (soaked in water for at least 20 minutes)
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees (F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice open dates, remove the pits, and stuff with ½ to 1 teaspoon goat cheese.
- Cut the bacon in half so you have 12 pieces total.
- Wrap each date with a piece of bacon, and secure using a toothpick.
- Place the bacon wrapped dates on the parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 14 - 17 minutes, turning 2 or 3 times until the bacon is evenly browned.
- Allow dates to cool before eating, otherwise you will burn your mouth (they get very hot in the oven).
Enjoy!
xoxo
Megan
Alyssa (@alyssarimmer) says
Yummy!! I don't eat red meat, but think this would be just as tasty with turkey bacon. Bacon and goat cheese are a match made in heaven!
sarah says
Bacon isn't red meat...it's pork.
Bruce says
White meat excludes all mammal flesh, which is considered red meat.
Laura says
Oh my Megan...I think I would be addicted to these! These babies looks like an awesome appetizer or party dish that I am sure would be a huge hit with my friends and family.
Amanda says
I had something very similar to these at a restaurant this past weekend and wanted to make then as soon as possible! This recipe is perfect - thanks for posting!
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Linda says
I love bacon wrapped dates. I've had them stuffed with a nut, but I like the idea of using goat cheese!
Jeanine says
A friend made these but drizzled maple syrup on them the last 5 minutes of baking. Wonderful!
carlijean says
I just made these last week but stuffed them with almonds... I should add the cheese! What restaurant did you go to? I am in Big Lake, and am always looking for safe restaurants to eat at.
Megan Lierman says
I'm going to try making these...I've been drooling over them since you posted the pictures! I think I'll add a balsamic reduction drizzle after they come out of the oven though. 🙂
Megan says
Hi Megan,
YUM! Can't wait to hear what you think of them!
Hugs,
Megan
Kevin says
I love stuffed bacon wrapped dates and figs. Making them today as an appetizer for NYE dinner. The balsamic reduction is an added boost of flavor! These are so easy to make and they taste awesome!!
Megan says
I'm glad you enjoyed them, Kevin! Happy New Year!
Megan
mariaa says
Hi. Any other substitute for goat cheese? Maybe aged white cheddar?
Megan says
Hi Mariaa,
You can actually use whatever cheese you like. 😉 My girls and I can't have cow's milk dairy, which is why we use the goat cheese. I've heard others really enjoy blue cheese, but feel free to get creative!
Maria says
Can I make these a day in advance and just reheat?
Megan says
Hi Maria,
I don't think they would be as crisp if you were to reheat them. They are best straight out of the oven!