CREAMY GOAT CHEESE, BACON AND DATE DIP

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This appetizer is like a bacon-wrapped date in dip form - and every bit as luxe, sweet and simultaneously smoky as that sounds. Here, as you swipe crusty bread through the smooth cheese, you'll gather chunks of bacon and a bit of date, toffee-like from a quick fry in the meaty fat. You could embellish further, with nuts, chile or honey, or you could sip Champagne and dig in just as merrily - with friends hovering nearby for their turn.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dips and spreads, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and pepper
5 ounces thick-cut bacon, cut in 1/2-inch thick
10 Medjool dates, pitted and cut into quarters lengthwise, or roughly chopped
Honey, red-pepper flakes, black pepper, flaky salt, toasted sliced almonds or chopped pistachios, for garnish (optional)
Crusty bread, grainy crackers, endive or fennel, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, stir together the goat cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Transfer to a 1-quart baking dish or ovenproof skillet, and spread into an even layer. Bake until warmed through and bubbling, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, then add the dates to the bacon fat in the skillet, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the insides are warm and the outsides blister, about 1 minute.
  • Top the baked cheese with the dates and bacon, and garnish as you wish. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 301, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 332 milligrams, Sugar 21 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Hasnain Mahmud
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This dip is a must-try for any fan of goat cheese and bacon. It's the perfect appetizer for a party or a casual get-together.


Suzan Namugenyi
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I love the combination of goat cheese, bacon, and dates in this dip. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Maricole Fozao
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This dip is delicious! The goat cheese and bacon are a perfect combination. I'll definitely be making this again.


Umar Vargan
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I love this dip! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Syed najam
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This dip is the perfect combination of creamy, savory, and sweet. It's the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


Olabode Babatunde
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I've made this dip several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Dami Boy
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This dip is a must-try for any fan of goat cheese and bacon. It's the perfect appetizer for a party or a casual get-together.


Pardeep Yadav
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I love the combination of goat cheese, bacon, and dates in this dip. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Arabianonymous
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This dip is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Awais Technical channel
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I made this dip for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Bannu Khan
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This dip is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Lachlan Cooke
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I love this dip! It's so creamy and flavorful. The dates add a nice touch of sweetness.


Stephen Mwaniki
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This dip is delicious! The goat cheese and bacon are a perfect combination. I'll definitely be making this again.


dulcy mabuye
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I've made this dip several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


Aashik Kalo
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This dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with crackers, vegetables, or even fruit.


iqrashzadi Shzadi
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I made this dip for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the combination of the goat cheese and dates.


Humair Shahi
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This dip was a huge hit at my party! It's creamy, savory, and sweet all at the same time. The goat cheese and bacon are a classic combination, and the dates add a nice touch of sweetness and texture. I'll definitely be making this again.