09/06/2026
BACON WRAPPED DATES WITH GOAT CHEESE
Pure. Decadence. So good yāall!!!
I like to serve these with a steak and a loaded baked potato.
Ingredients
* 20 Medjool dates
* 10 slices bacon, cut in half
* 4 oz goat cheese or cream cheese, optional
* 20 toothpicks
* 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey, optional
* Freshly cracked black pepper, optional
Directions
1. Heat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2. Slice each date lengthwise and remove the pit.
3. If using cheese, fill each date with about 1 teaspoon.
4. Wrap each date with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
5. Arrange seam-side down on the baking sheet.
6. Bake for 20ā25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the bacon is browned and crisp.
7. For a sweet finish, brush lightly with maple syrup or honey during the final 5 minutes.
8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Add black pepper if desired.
Tip: For extra-crispy bacon, place the dates on a wire rack set over the baking sheet so the fat can drip underneath.