Are you looking for a delightful appetizer or snack that will impress your guests? Try bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with cheese! This culinary masterpiece combines the crispy bacon, the plump sweetness of dates, and the gooey, melted cheese. The bacon provides a savory crunch, while the dates offer a sweet and chewy texture, and the melted cheese adds a creamy richness. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can prepare this delectable treat that will surely be a hit at any gathering.
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BACON WRAPPED DATES STUFFED WITH BLUE CHEESE
Dates are stuffed with blue cheese, wrapped in bacon and baked until crisp. These are delicious and very easy to make for a party. You can serve them at room temperature, so it is okay to make a few hours in advance!
Provided by WINEANDCHEESE
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 1h
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Slice dates in half, and open them up. Pinch off pieces of blue cheese, and place them into the center of the dates. Close the halves of the dates, and wrap a half-slice of bacon around the outside. Secure each one with a toothpick. Arrange in a baking dish or on a baking sheet with sides to catch any grease.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bacon is crisp. Turn dates over after the first 20 minutes for even cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 157.3 mg, Sugar 9 g
BACON-WRAPPED CHEESE-STUFFED DATES
Each bite of these simple baked appetizers is an explosion of tastes and textures. You'll get crunchy almonds, soft dates, salty bacon, creamy blue cheese and sweet honey.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 32 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut bacon strips in half widthwise. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; keep warm., Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of each date, being careful not to cut through completely. Fill each with 1/2 teaspoon cheese and 1 almond. Wrap with 1 piece bacon; secure with a toothpick., Place in foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Brush tops with honey. Bake at 375° for 9-11 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts :
BACON WRAPPED DATES WITH CHEESE
Make and share this Bacon Wrapped Dates With Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by williw
Categories Christmas
Time 30m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Cut bacon in half crosswise.
- Cook bacon in a skillet to get most of fat out (do not let brown), then drain on paper towel.
- Cut cheese in small rectangles to slide into dates.
- Slide cheese into open end of pitted dates.
- Wrap cheese filled date in 1/2 piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Cook at 400 for 15 minutes until bacon is crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.7, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 17.5, Sodium 237.5, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 9, Protein 4
BACON WRAPPED DATES STUFFED WITH MANCHEGO
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Make an incision on one side of each date and insert a block of Manchego. Squeeze the date shut in your hand to secure. Wrap each date with a bacon strip and secure with a toothpick. Place all the dates on a sheet tray lined with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Roast the dates in the oven until the bacon on top is starting to crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn the dates over and cook the other side until the bacon crisps.
- Remove the dates from the oven and brush both sides with maple syrup. Return the dates to the oven until they are really crackly and sticky, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve hot.
BACON-WRAPPED DATES STUFFED WITH CREAM CHEESE AND ALMONDS
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Stuff 1 piece of cheese and 1 almond into each date, then wrap one piece of bacon around each date and secure bacon with a toothpick if desired. Arrange dates, bacon seam down and 1 inch apart in a shallow baking pan.
- Bake 5 minutes, then turn dates over with tongs and bake until bacon is crisp, 5 to 6 minutes more. Drain on a paper towel or parchment. Serve immediately.
BACON-WRAPPED DATES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Slice the dates lengthwise three-quarters of the way down. In a small bowl, press the cream into the blue cheese with a fork. Press a small scoop of the blue cheese into the center of the dates and close them back up. Cut each piece of bacon in half. Wrap each halved bacon strip around a date. Secure with a toothpick.
- Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking sheet. Bake until the bacon is crisp, 15 to 20 minutes.
BACON WRAPPED DATES
The three ingredients that go into this appetizer will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that draws friends and family from all corners of the house. Sweet dates and crunchy smoked almonds get wrapped in salty smoked bacon. Maybe you should make two recipes.
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut a slit in each date. Place almonds inside slits. Press together the dates to close slits. Wrap each date with a piece of bacon.
- Line a shallow baking pan with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Add a roasting rack; place the dates on rack. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Serve immediately with toothpicks. Dates will be hot inside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 6.9 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 144.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
BACON-WRAPPED PARMESAN-FILLED DATES
A very nice and easy Christmas appetizer.
Provided by manella
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Cut each piece of Parmesan cheese into 12 chunks, making 24 total. Carefully put a chunk of cheese into each date. Wrap each date in a bacon slice and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for until bacon is crispy and browned, 12 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 13.3 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 287.9 mg, Sugar 10.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right dates: Medjool dates are the best choice for this recipe, as they are large and have a soft, chewy texture. Deglet Noor dates can also be used, but they are smaller and have a drier texture.
- Pit the dates: Use a sharp knife to make a slit down the side of each date and remove the pit. Be careful not to cut the dates in half.
- Stuff the dates: You can use a variety of fillings for your dates, such as cheese, nuts, or dried fruit. For this recipe, we are using a mixture of goat cheese and crumbled bacon. If you're using a hard cheese, grate it before stuffing the dates.
- Wrap the dates in bacon: Cut each strip of bacon in half lengthwise. Wrap each date with a half strip of bacon, securing it with a toothpick. Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the dates: Bake the bacon-wrapped dates in a preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked through and crispy. Serve the dates warm or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
Bacon-wrapped dates with cheese are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a quick and easy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and impressive dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a new appetizer or snack to try, be sure to give bacon-wrapped dates with cheese a try.
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