Easy Tasty Dates
Elevate your appetizer game with these delectable dates, where the sweetness of the fruit meets the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, the crunch of pecans, and the smoky saltiness of bacon, all drizzled with a luscious balsamic glaze. A symphony of flavors in every bite!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
8 g
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Cholesterol
5 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
2 g
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Saturated Fat
1 g
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Sodium
94 mg
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Sugar
7 g
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Fat
3 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes)
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Gently slice open each date lengthwise. Stuff each date with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of goat cheese. (10 minutes)
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Top each cheese-filled date with a pecan half, pressing lightly to adhere. (5 minutes)
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Wrap each date with 1/2 slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary. (10 minutes)
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Arrange the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. (2 minutes)
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and golden brown. (20 minutes)
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While the dates are baking, prepare the balsamic glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and sugar over medium heat. (2 minutes)
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Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened slightly and coats the back of a spoon. (7 minutes)
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Remove the dates from the oven and let cool slightly. Drizzle generously with the balsamic glaze before serving. (2 minutes)
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the goat cheese.
Use good quality balsamic vinegar for the best flavor in the glaze.
These dates can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Try adding a small piece of dark chocolate along with the goat cheese for an extra decadent treat.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 28 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Neoma Lebsack
Apr 12, 2025So easy to make and absolutely delicious! I will definitely be making these again.
Idell Haag
Sep 30, 2024I added a sprinkle of sea salt before serving, and it was the perfect finishing touch.
Marian Keeling
Aug 8, 2024The balsamic glaze really elevates these dates to the next level. So good!
Mary Jast
Aug 5, 2024These were a huge hit at my party! Everyone raved about them.