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Goat Cheese Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Dates

These savory-sweet bites are creamy, salty, and wrapped in crispy bacon. Perfect as finger food, holiday appetizers, or party snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 110 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • - 16 Medjool dates pitted
  • - 4 oz goat cheese
  • - 8 slices of thin bacon halved
  • - Toothpicks
  • - 1 tbsp maple syrup optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Slice each date lengthwise and fill with goat cheese.
  • Wrap each date with half a bacon slice and secure with toothpick.
  • Place on parchment-lined tray, drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
  • Bake 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
  • Let cool slightly, then serve warm.

Notes

  • Use thin-cut bacon for quicker crisping.
  • Soak toothpicks in water to prevent burning.
  • Can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving.
  • Add jalapeño for a spicy twist.