Bacon Dates Cream Cheese Walnuts (Print Version)

Sweet and smoky dates filled with cream cheese and walnuts, wrapped in crispy bacon for a savory bite.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 16 Medjool dates, pitted
02 - 8 slices bacon, halved crosswise

→ Filling

03 - 4 tablespoons (60 g) cream cheese, softened
04 - 32 walnut halves (about 40 g)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Make a small slit in each date and remove the pit if not already pitted.
03 - Fill each date with approximately half a teaspoon of softened cream cheese, then insert a walnut half into the center.
04 - Gently press the dates closed to encase the filling.
05 - Wrap each stuffed date with a half slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
06 - Place the bacon-wrapped dates seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until bacon is crisp and golden.
08 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors
  • Easy to prepare and great for parties
02 -
  • This recipe is gluten-free but contains dairy and nuts.
  • For extra flavor, add smoked paprika or honey before serving.
03 -
  • Use toothpicks to secure bacon for even cooking.
  • Turn dates halfway through baking for crispier bacon.
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