Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and a wire rack.

Fill each date with about 1 tsp goat cheese; drizzle honey if using.

Wrap each stuffed date with a half-slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.

Place on rack and bake 15–20 minutes until bacon is crisp. Rotate once for even cooking.

To reheat: warm in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes from refrigerated, or microwave briefly for 30–45 seconds.