Bacon-Wrapped Dates Delight (Printable Version)
Medjool dates filled with goat cheese, wrapped in bacon, baked to crispy perfection with a honey touch.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Main ingredients
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40 Medjool dates, pitted
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20 slices bacon, halved
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225 grams goat cheese, softened
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60 milliliters honey
→ Optional additions
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Toasted almonds or candied pecans, for stuffing
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Smoked or peppered bacon, for enhanced flavor
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Balsamic reduction, for drizzling alternative
# Guide to Cooking:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Carefully fill each pitted date with approximately 5 grams (1 teaspoon) of softened goat cheese.
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Encase each stuffed date with half a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick to hold in place.
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Arrange the bacon-wrapped dates evenly on the baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the bacon reaches a crispy texture.
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Remove from the oven and while still warm, drizzle honey over the dates. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For added texture, insert a toasted almond or candied pecan inside each date prior to wrapping.
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Consider using smoked or peppered bacon to impart additional smoky or spicy notes.
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Substitute honey with a balsamic reduction drizzle for a refined flavor profile.