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These stuffed bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese are an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Sweet, salty, creamy, and crispy—they’re always a hit at parties! I make them all the time, and they disappear fast. Just three ingredients, a quick bake, and you’ve got the perfect bite.
Looking for more party appetizers? Try my goat cheese dip and meatball appetizer!
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Pin ItWhy You’ll Love These Stuffed Dates
- They’re a total party pleaser. I always add a few to my cheese platter or serve them with marinated olives and they fit right in.
- Only three ingredients! Bacon, goat cheese, and dates. That’s it!
- Easy to prep ahead. You can stuff and wrap them a few hours before the party, then just pop them in the oven before guests arrive.
Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates Ingredients
Bacon: I use regular-cut bacon (not thick cut) so it crisps up nicely and wraps around the dates without overpowering them. You could also use prosciutto for a more delicate version.
Dates: Medjool dates are the best here—they’re soft, naturally sweet, and just the right size to stuff. Make sure they’re pitted or pit them yourself before you start.
Goat Cheese: That creamy, tangy goat cheese is the magic inside. I love using it in everything from these to my goat cheese dip and baked brie. If you’re not a goat cheese fan, try blue cheese, whipped ricotta, or even creamier dips like this one.
How to Make Goat Cheese Bacon Wrapped Dates
1. Prep the dates: Slice each Medjool date lengthwise on one side and remove the pit (if they’re not already pitted).
2. Add the goat cheese: Scoop about a teaspoon of goat cheese into each date. I like to mash 4 ounces in a small bowl first to soften it up—it’s easier to stuff that way. The dates won’t close all the way, and that’s totally fine!
3. Wrap with bacon: Cut each slice of bacon in half. Wrap the bacon around the stuffed date and secure it with a wooden toothpick right through the center.
4. Bake: Place them on a parchment-lined or foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, then flip each one using the toothpick and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the bacon is golden and crisp.
5. Serve warm! These are so good fresh out of the oven. I usually plate them right away and let everyone dive in.
Eden’s Recipe Tips & Variations
Use regular-cut bacon. It crisps up beautifully and wraps around the dates without overpowering them.
Line your pan! Foil or parchment makes cleanup so much easier (trust me, you’ll thank yourself later).
Add a crunchy surprise. A roasted almond or pecan inside each date adds the best little texture.
Finish with a drizzle. Try balsamic glaze, hot honey, or maple syrup for an extra burst of flavor.
Switch up the cheese. Not into goat cheese? Whipped ricotta, blue cheese, or cream cheese work too.
Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese FAQs
Yes! You can assemble them a few hours in advance and keep them covered in the fridge. Just bake right before serving.
You can! Assemble and freeze them before baking. When ready to serve, bake from frozen and add 5–10 minutes to the cook time.
I love goat cheese, but you can also try blue cheese (like in this blue cheese dip) or even whipped ricotta for a slightly sweeter take.
Definitely! I love pairing these with baked brie, meatball appetizers, or my burrata platter for a crowd-pleasing mix.
Yes, but it won’t get quite as crispy and may need a shorter bake time. Keep an eye on it!
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If you make these stuffed bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese, tag me on Instagram! If you’re planning a cozy night in, serve these with a chilled glass of rosé and a baked brie… thank me later.
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Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese
Ingredients
- 18 pitted dates
- 9 slices bacon
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 18 toothpicks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with tin foil for easy cleanup.
- Slice each date lengthwise.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese into each date. They won’t close completely, and that’s okay!
- Cut the bacon slices in half to make 18 shorter pieces.
- Wrap each stuffed date with a half slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
- Place the bacon-wrapped dates on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then carefully flip each one using the toothpick
- Bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown. Start checking around the 10-minute mark to avoid overcooking.
- Let them cool for a few minutes and serve warm!
Notes
- Stick with regular bacon. Thinner slices cook faster and wrap around the dates more easily, so you’re not left with chewy, underdone bacon.
- Use toothpicks to hold everything together. They help keep the bacon in place while baking and make flipping super easy.
- Line your pan. Foil or parchment paper will catch the drips and save you a major cleanup job later.
- Keep an eye on them. After you flip, the bacon can go from perfectly crispy to too dark pretty quickly—start checking after 10 minutes.
- Level them up with a drizzle. Right after baking, add a little balsamic glaze, hot honey, or even a maple-bourbon sauce for an extra flavor hit.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
