Elegant Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates with Honey Drizzle
Make these elegant stuffed dates appetizer bites using creamy goat cheese and a touch of honey. This sweet and savory recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for holiday appetizers or party finger foods.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 20 appetizer bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 Medjool dates
- 4 ounces soft goat cheese, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 tablespoon honey, plus extra for drizzling
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each Medjool date lengthwise down one side, opening it like a book, but do not cut all the way through. Remove the pit from each date.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened goat cheese with the chopped nuts and the 1 tablespoon of honey. Stir until just combined.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese mixture into the center of each date cavity. Gently press the date closed around the filling.
- Place the stuffed dates on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the dates are slightly softened and the cheese is warm.
- Remove from the oven. Immediately drizzle the tops of the warm stuffed dates with a little extra honey and sprinkle with a tiny pinch of sea salt.
- Serve these impressive party food bites warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For an extra savory touch, wrap half of the stuffed dates with a small strip of bacon before baking.
- If you do not have Medjool dates, use Deglet Noor dates, but note they are less soft and sweet.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free, making it a safe option for many guests.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 35
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 8