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Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese

Bacon-wrapped dates with goat cheese bake until the bacon is browned and crisp around soft, creamy centers. Fill each Medjool date with goat cheese, wrap it in bacon, and serve warm after a short rest.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 24 dates pitted Medjool
  • 4 oz goat cheese softened
  • 12 bacon slices, regular-cut, cut in half crosswise

Equipment

  • 1 rimmed baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Set a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Fill each date with 1 teaspoon goat cheese.
  4. Wrap each date with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
  5. Arrange the dates seam-side down on the rack.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the bacon is browned and crisp.
  7. Let the dates rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For easy serving, arrange the dates seam-side down so the bacon stays in place as it cooks. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended. Turkey bacon can be used as a lighter swap.