Sweet dates stuffed with goat cheese and wrapped in bacon
Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
18 min
Total Time
33 min
Servings
10
20 pieces
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Recipe at a Glance
Medjool dates stuffed with tangy goat cheese, wrapped in crispy bacon, and baked until caramelized. A three-bite appetizer with incredible flavor.
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Category: Appetizer, Snack
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $$
Dietary: Gluten-Free
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
These stuffed dates hit every note—sweet, salty, tangy, and savory. They are embarrassingly easy to make yet always the first appetizer to disappear at a party.
Ingredients
- 20 Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened
- 10 slices bacon, cut in half
- 1/4 cup pecans or almonds (optional)
- 1 tbsp honey for drizzling
- Toothpicks for securing
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Slit each date lengthwise and remove the pit.
- 2
Stuff each date with about 1 tsp goat cheese and a nut if using.
- 3
Wrap each date with a half-slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- 4
Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 16-18 minutes until bacon is crispy.
- 5
Drizzle with honey, let cool 5 minutes, and serve warm.
Substitutions
Goat cheeseBlue cheese or cream cheese
Different flavor profiles
BaconProsciutto
Thinner, saltier, and cooks faster
Tips & Storage
Pro Tips
Use thin-cut bacon for crispier results.
Prep these a day ahead and refrigerate. Bake right before the party.
Try blue cheese for a bolder filling.
Storage
Refrigerate prepped (unbaked) dates for up to 1 day.
Reheating
Reheat in a 375°F oven for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (10mg) · 10 servings
Calories120
Protein4g
Carbohydrates6g
Fat14g
Fiber220mg
Sugar1g
Sodium12g
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use cream cheese?
- Yes, it is milder and works well too.
- Can I make these without bacon?
- Yes, stuff dates and bake for 10 minutes. Drizzle with chocolate or honey.
About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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