Bacon Wrapped Dates with Cheese

white serving plate with bacon wrapped dates stuffed with gorgonzola cheese.

5 from 2 votes

Sweet stuffed dates and crispy, smoky bacon are a popular and classic party recipe. If you are looking for an easy & delicious appetizer recipe, look no further! These bacon wrapped dates can be served as a starter or as a snack before dinner.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bacon wrapped dates, bacon wrapped dates with cheese

Servings:

Calories: 98kcal

Author: Mary Woita

Equipment

Toothpicks
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
Cutting Board
Small Paring Knife

Ingredients

16 dates pitted
8 slices bacon thin cut works best
4 ounces gorgonzola cheese
drizzle honey optional

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Slice the dates lengthwise on one side to create an opening. Stuff a small amount of Gorgonzola cheese into the hole of each date and press the slits together to close.
Cut the bacon slices in half (kitchen shears work great for this!) Wrap each date with a slice of bacon and use a toothpick to secure.
Place the bacon wrapped dates evenly on the sheet-pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
Turn bacon dates over to side and bake for 5-8 minutes. If desired bacon crispiness isn’t reached, turn over on other side and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
Add the bacon wrapped dates to a paper towel lined plate to absorb some of the grease.
Rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with a little honey over top (optional). Enjoy!

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