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Bacon Wrapped Dates

These bacon wrapped dates are stuffed with goat cheese, covered in bacon, then brushed with maple syrup before they go into the oven to bake to perfection. A super easy and unique 5 ingredient appetizer!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 20
Calories: 146 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 20 Medjool dates pits removed
  • 6 ounces goat cheese softened
  • 10 lices Bacon cut in half
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
  2. Use a small spoon or a piping bag to stuff each date with about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese. Press each date shut.
  3. Wrap each date in a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
  4. Brush the maple syrup all over the wrapped dates.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until bacon is browned and crispy.
  6. Sprinkle with parsley then serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use a small spoon to fill your dates, or a piping bag fitted with a plain tip.
  • Do not use thick cut bacon for this recipe, it will take much longer to cook.
  • You can serve your dates with the toothpicks intact, or remove the toothpicks for a more elegant presentation.

Nutrition Information

Calories 146kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 11mg (4%) Sodium 105mg (4%) Potassium 200mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 128IU (3%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146

% Daily Value*

Calories 146kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 105mg 4%
Potassium 200mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 128IU 3%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

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