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Bacon Wrapped Dates

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 24 Medjool dates pitted
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 12 slices bacon cut in half crosswise
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans or almonds optional
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Make a small lengthwise slit in each date to remove the pit if not already pitted. If using nuts, mix them with the cream cheese.
  3. Stuff each date with about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mixture, pressing gently to close.
  4. Wrap each stuffed date with a half slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Brush each bacon-wrapped date lightly with maple syrup for extra caramelization.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until bacon is crispy and browned. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve warm.