Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates with Blue Cheese and Almonds
These stuffed dates are the perfect snack for a fancy dinner or cocktail party. Stuff and wrap them ahead of time and bake them just before serving.
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Keyword: Almond, Appetizer, bacon, Bread Cheese, dates, gluten free, snack, tapas
Servings: 24
Calories: 256kcal
- 24 dates
- 3-4 oz blue cheese at room temperature
- 24 almonds
- 4 slices bacon
Using your preferred method to cook bacon, partially cook the bacon. Make sure it is still pliable when you remove it from heat. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel and set aside to cool.
Using a paring knife, cut a slit into each date. Into each date, stuff a ball of blue cheese and one almond.
Hold a stuffed date up to a slice of bacon to assess how to cut the bacon for wrapping. For large slices, cut in half width-wise, then cut each half into thirds. For smaller pieces, cut each slice of bacon into thirds.
Wrap dates with bacon pieces. Place stuffed, wrapped dates onto a baking sheet with the seam side down.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake for 8-10 minutes until bacon is crisp, being careful to check dates regularly so they don't burn. Cool slightly and transfer to a plate to serve.
Serving: 4pieces | Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 21g