Today, we’re taking a culinary trip to Spain with a recipe that embodies the perfect marriage of sweet and savory: Spanish Bacon-Wrapped Dates stuffed with Goat Cheese.
Get ready to make plump, Medjool dates bursting with the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, all enveloped in the smoky embrace of crispy bacon. Each bite is a delightful tapas treat, guaranteed to please your friends and family.
I may cook the main dishes in the house, but my wife Veronica is all about the appetizers. This is of her favorite things to make for a party. This recipe is perfect for the holidays since it uses only three ingredients: Dates, Bacon and Cheese!
Beyond Delicious, Effortlessly Simple:
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. No fancy equipment or extensive prep work is required. Just a few ingredients and minimal effort will yield a restaurant-worthy appetizer or a delightful party nibble.
Usually, our go-to cheese for bacon-wrapped dates is goat cheese, but to make this more of an authentic Spanish Dátiles con Tocino, you can switch out the goat cheese with manchego & Iberico cheeses.
A local Spanish restaurant here in Orange County called Vaca uses blue cheese in place of the goat cheese, and then drizzles it with a local honey.
Veronica made her goat cheese and bacon dates for a party a few years back when she was working with the Tastemade channel. That’s her above with Laura Miller from Raw, Vegan, Not Gross. Her recipe was a hit!
Beyond the Appetizer:
These versatile treats can be enjoyed in various ways:
- Party Starters: Thread the dates onto skewers for an easy and elegant finger food.
- Sweet and Savory Balance: Pair them with a cheese board for a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
- Unexpected Delight: Add a touch of sophistication to your next salad by incorporating a few of these bacon-wrapped gems.
A Culinary Adventure Awaits:
So, ditch the ordinary and embark on a flavorful journey with this Spanish Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese recipe. With its simplicity, elegance, and burst of sweet and savory goodness, this dish is sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
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Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese (Dátiles con Tocino)
Recipe by Jason Hill – CookingSessions.comEquipment
Ingredients
- 16 slices thin applewood smoked bacon each sliced in half
- 32 dates
- 8 ounces goat cheese
For Dátiles con Tocino
- 8 ounces manchego & iberico cheeses instead of the goat cheese
- Local honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350-375 degrees F.
- Slice the dates to create an opening and remove the pits.
- Place a small amount of goat cheese into each date and press the date together slightly to contain the cheese.
- Wrap each date with a 1/2 slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Make sure you only go around with the bacon 1 1/2 times or it won't cook properly. Trim the bacon as needed so it isn't too thick around the date. Thin slices of bacon work best for this recipe.
- Arrange the dates evenly on a baking sheet and cook for 10 minutes.
- Turn the dates over and bake for another 5 minutes. Repeat until they are browned and bubbly.
- Remove dates from oven and transfer to a paper-towel lined platter for service.
