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Bacon Wrapped Dates
5 from 60 votes

Bacon Wrapped Dates

Bacon Wrapped Dates are sweet Medjool dates stuffed with creamy goat cheese and a tart cranberry, each wrapped in bacon that crisps during baking. This combination balances sweet, savory, and tangy flavors with contrasting textures, making a flavorful finger food or appetizer.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 125 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 Medjool dates pitted
  • ¼ cup goat cheese
  • 12 cranberries
  • 6 Bacon cut in half, crosswise, slices

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375°
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil
  3. Using a small spoon, stuff each date with cheese (about 1 teaspoon per date)
  4. Push a cranberry into the center of the date
  5. Gently push the edges of each date pocket closed around the filling
  6. Wrap each date in a half slice of bacon, rolling to enclose it completely.
  7. Secure each bacon wrapped date with a toothpick and place on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes, turning halfway through until bacon is brown and crisp.
  9. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a serving plate.

Notes

  • Allow dates to cool 5-10 minutes after baking before serving, as the filling will be very hot.
  • This recipe can be doubled or tripled; ensure baking sheets have space between pieces for even cooking.
  • A drizzle of balsamic vinegar on the dates before serving adds complementary acidity.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 125kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 90mg (4%) Potassium 189mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 85IU (2%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 125

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 125kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 90mg 4%
Potassium 189mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 85IU 2%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.