Get the party started with these bacon-wrapped dates filled with blue cheese.
What You’ll Need for Bacon-Wrapped Dates
You only need three ingredients to make these bacon-wrapped dates:
- Dates: A pound of pitted dates should make about 32 servings.
- Blue cheese: You’ll need about four ounces of blue cheese to stuff all of the dates.
- Bacon: Wrap each blue cheese-stuffed date in half a slice of smoked or regular bacon before baking.
How to Make Bacon-Wrapped Dates
You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade bacon-wrapped dates:
- Slice the dates and stuff them with blue cheese.
- Wrap each stuffed date in bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Bake the stuffed and wrapped dates until the bacon is crisp.
How Long to Cook Bacon-Wrapped Dates
In an oven preheated to 375 degrees F, the bacon should be crisp after 30 to 40 minutes. Don’t forget to turn the dates after about 20 minutes for even cooking!
Can You Make Bacon-Wrapped Dates Ahead of Time?
Yes! But it’s best to wait to bake the wrapped dates until just before serving. Assemble the bacon-wrapped dates and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Bake according to the recipe.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“This is my go-to appetizer for events,” according to DSLJhawk. “It takes a little time to stuff and wrap the dates, but it’s not complicated. I spoon in blue cheese crumbles and press slightly before wrapping each date.”
“Sometime I use blue cheese and sometimes use goat cheese. Both are delicious!” raves LoriJ. “The goat cheese gives a milder flavor that more people seem to enjoy.”
“I prefer to grill these and serve them with a balsamic glaze,” says Heather Wallace. “It is a favorite around here and an easy go to appetizer.”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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1 pound pitted dates
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4 ounces blue cheese
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1 pound sliced smoked bacon, cut in half
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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Slice dates in half and open them up. Pinch off pieces of blue cheese and place them into the center of dates; press date halves together to close. Wrap each date with a half-slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Arrange in a baking dish or on a baking sheet with sides to catch any grease.
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Bake in the preheated oven until bacon is crisp, 30 to 40 minutes. Turn dates over after the first 20 minutes for even cooking.
Cook’s Note
You can serve the cooked dates at room temperature, so making them an hour in advance is okay.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 78 | Calories |
| 3g | Fat |
| 11g | Carbs |
| 3g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 32 | |
| Calories 78 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 3g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 7% |
| Cholesterol 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium 157mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 9g | |
| Protein 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 25mg | 2% |
| Iron 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium 128mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
