Bacon Dates Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare the Dates
Make a small slit in each Medjool date and remove the pit. If desired, you can stuff each date with an almond or walnut for added crunch.
- 3
Wrap with Bacon
Take one slice of bacon and cut it in half. Wrap each half around a prepared date, securing it with a toothpick if necessary. Repeat for all dates.
Cooking
- 4
Arrange on Baking Sheet
Place the wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- 5
Bake
Bake the dates in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized. Turn the dates halfway through for even cooking.
- 6
Drizzle with Honey
Once cooked, remove the bacon dates from the oven and drizzle them with honey while they are still warm.
- 7
Garnish
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.