Sweet and Salty Bacon-Wrapped Dates: 3-Ingredient “Ah-Ha!” Appetizer
These easy bacon-wrapped dates are a perfect appetizer. They offer a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors with just three ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 appetizers
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 6 slices bacon, cut in half
- 12 toothpicks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Stuff each date with a small piece of bacon.
- Wrap each bacon-covered date with a half-slice of bacon.
- Secure each date with a toothpick.
- Place the wrapped dates on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For an extra flavor kick, you can add a sprinkle of brown sugar or a pinch of cayenne pepper before baking.
- If you prefer a less smoky flavor, use center-cut bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg