Grilled Bacon Wrapped Dates
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Grilled Bacon Wrapped Dates
Description
This recipe involves removing pits from Medjool dates and stuffing them with small pieces of chorizo, goat cheese, manchego cheese, or another preferred filling. Each stuffed date is then wrapped in half a slice of bacon and secured with a toothpick to hold the wrap during cooking.
The wrapped dates are grilled at 350-400 degrees Fahrenheit over indirect heat, allowing the bacon to cook evenly without flare-ups. After about 15 minutes, they are flipped and cooked further until the bacon reaches the desired level of crispness. The result is a combination of sweet, savory, creamy, and smoky flavors, with the bacon’s crisp texture balancing the softness of the dates and filling.
They are served warm and usually drizzled with a balsamic vinegar glaze to add brightness and slight acidity, enhancing the overall taste profile. These make a rich appetizer suitable for gatherings or snacking.
Ingredients
- 24 dates Preferably Medjool
- 12 lices Bacon Halved
- balsamic vinegar glaze
Filling Options
- 4 Ounces goat cheese
- 4 Ounces chorizo salami Spanish style
- 4 Ounces manchego cheese
Instructions
- Cut the bacon slices in half and remove the pits from the dates, if there are not already pitted. If using, cut the chorizo into small pieces that can be stuffed into the dates.
- Stuff the dates with the pieces of chorizo, goat cheese, manchego cheese, or other desired filling.
- Wrap the bacon around the stuffed dates and secure with a toothpick.
- Heat your grill or smoker to 350-400 degrees and set up for indirect heat.
- Cook the stuffed bacon wrapped dates for about 15 minutes, then flip the dates over and continue to cook until the bacon is done to your preference.
- Remove the smoked stuffed date appetizer to a plate and drizzle with the balsamic vinegar glaze. Enjoy while warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 339 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 339kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 52mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 358mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 211mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 289IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 182mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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