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Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese Recipe

Sweet dates filled with vegan goat cheese, wrapped in smoky plant-based bacon, and baked—elegant, addictive, and cruelty-free.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Medjool dates: 12 large pitted
  • Vegan goat cheese: 1/2 cup
  • Vegan bacon strips: 6 slices halved
  • Olive oil: 1 tbsp
  • Fresh rosemary: 1 tsp finely chopped
  • Black pepper: 1/4 tsp

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Slice each date lengthwise and remove pits.
  3. Stuff each date with about 2 tsp vegan goat cheese.
  4. Wrap with half a strip of vegan bacon and secure with toothpick.
  5. Arrange on baking sheet, brush lightly with olive oil.
  6. Sprinkle rosemary and black pepper over top.
  7. Bake 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until bacon crisps.
  8. Serve warm for maximum impact.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving, 3 bites)

  • Calories: 210
  • Total Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Calcium: 8%
  • Iron: 9%
  • Vitamin B6: 10%
  • Potassium: 12%
  • Magnesium: 7%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Use smoked paprika on bacon for extra depth.
  • Add crushed walnuts inside dates for crunch.
  • Serve with balsamic glaze drizzle for elegance.
  • Best enjoyed hot—crispy bacon loses magic when cold.