Stuffed Dates with Goat Cheese & Honey
If you’re in search of a delightful appetizer that combines sweetness, creaminess, and savory goodness, look no further! These Stuffed Dates with Goat Cheese & Honey are a showstopper for any gathering or family dinner. Sweet Medjool dates are stuffed with creamy goat cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon, then drizzled with honey for a perfect balance of flavors. They’re quick to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making them an ideal choice for entertaining. Once you serve these delectable bites, your guests will be coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings (for two bites each) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 40 Medjool dates (pitted)
- 20 slices turkey bacon (cut in half)
- 1½ cups goat cheese (softened)
- 4 tbsp honey
- Optional: Toasted almonds or candied pecans for added crunch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Carefully stuff each date with about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese.
- Wrap each stuffed date with half a slice of turkey bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through until the bacon is crispy.
- Drizzle warm honey over the dates before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (32g)
- Calories: 134
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 249mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 14mg