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    Home » Side Dishes

    Savory Stuffed Dates with Bacon and Jalapeño

    Published: Feb 7, 2022 by Mariah Mandile

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    These Savory Stuffed Dates with Bacon and Jalapeno are sure to be a hit at your next party! They're ready in about 30 minutes, and you only need THREE ingredients. The perfect appetizer that has a little sweet, a little salty, and a kick of spice!

    Dates with crispy bacon wrapped around them on a plate.

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    🍴Ingredient Notes

    Overhead shot of savory stuffed date ingredients.
    • Medjool Dates - Make sure you remove the pit!
    • Bacon - Cut strips in half or thirds. I used Applegate no sugar added bacon, but any bacon will work! Butcher Box also makes high quality bacon.
    • Jalapeño Peppers - Cut into bite size strips. Make sure you remove the seeds!

    🍴Step by Step Instructions

    Step 1:

    Start by removing the pit from the dates. Next, cut each slice of bacon in half and set aside. Finally, cut jalapeño peppers into small thin strips.

    Bacon wrapped dates on a baking sheet with ingredients.

    Step 2:

    To assemble, add a strip of jalapeño inside each date, and wrap the date with a strip of bacon. Use a toothpick to secure. Repeat!

    Close up picture of bacon wrapped dates.

    Step 3:

    Add the wrapped dates to a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. (Broil 1-2 minutes for extra crispy bacon.) Serve hot - enjoy!

    Cooked dates on a baking sheet.

    Helpful Tips

    • Stick the toothpick straight through the date to secure the bacon!
    • If you like less bacon, cut the strips into thirds. If you like more bacon, cut the strips in half.
    • Top with freshly chopped parsley, and flaky sea salt.
    • Re-heat the dates in the air fryer for extra crispy bacon!
    • Place the cooked dates on a paper towel lined plate so absorb any excess oil.
    • If you like an extra kick of spice use two strips of jalapeño in each date.
    • Best served fresh out of the oven! Do not bake/air fry the dates until you're ready to serve.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make this recipe in the air fryer?

    Yes! Air fry at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes. (Or until bacon is crispy.)

    Can I add dairy-free cheese?

    Yes, of course! You can add a small cube of cheese inside with the jalapeño.

    Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

    Yes, stuff and wrap the dates the day before or the morning of your party. Bake fresh right before serving! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    Large ceramic plate with bacon wrapped dates.

    How to store leftovers

    Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. To re-heat, bake for a few minutes at 350 degrees, or broil for 1-2 minutes on low! You can also air fry them at 375 degrees for 1-2 minutes.

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    Recipe

    Dates with crispy bacon wrapped around them on a plate.

    Savory Stuffed Dates with Bacon and Jalapeño

    These Savory Stuffed Dates with Bacon and Jalapeno are sure to be a hit at your next party! They're ready in about 30 minutes, and you only need THREE ingredients. The perfect appetizer that has a little sweet, a little salty, and a kick of spice!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 228 kcal

    Equipment

    • Parchment Paper
    • Baking Sheet
    • Toothpicks

    Ingredients
      

    • 20 Medjool Dates Make sure you remove the pit!
    • 8 Ounces Bacon Cut strips in half or thirds.
    • 2 Jalapeño Peppers, cut into bite size strips Remove the seeds.

    Instructions
     

    • Start by removing the pit from the dates.
    • Next, cut each slice of bacon in half and set aside.
    • Finally, cut jalapeño peppers into small thin strips.
    • To assemble, add a strip of jalapeño inside each date, and wrap the date with a strip of bacon. Use a toothpick to secure. Repeat!
    • Add the wrapped dates to a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. (Broil 1-2 minutes for extra crispy bacon.)
    • Serve hot - enjoy!

    Notes

    Helpful Tips

    • Stick the toothpick straight through the date to secure the bacon!
    • If you like less bacon, cut the strips into thirds. If you like more bacon, cut the strips in half.
    • Re-heat the dates in the air fryer for extra crispy bacon!
    • Place the cooked dates on a paper towel lined plate so absorb any excess oil.
    • If you like an extra kick of spice use two strips of jalapeño in each date.
    • Best served fresh out of the oven! Do not bake/air fry the dates until you're ready to serve.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make this recipe in the air fryer?
    Yes! Air fry at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes. (Or until bacon is crispy.)
    Can I add dairy-free cheese?
    Yes, of course! You can add a small cube of cheese inside with the jalapeño.
    Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
    Yes, stuff and wrap the dates the day before or the morning of your party. Bake fresh right before serving! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    How to store leftovers

    Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. To re-heat, bake for a few minutes at 350 degrees, or broil for 1-2 minutes on low! You can also air fry them at 375 degrees for 1-2 minutes.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 151mgPotassium: 386mgFiber: 3gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 110IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Sara

      March 27, 2022 at 5:26 pm

      5 stars
      These were such a hit with my family!! Will definitely make them again. thank you!

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      • Mariah Mandile

        March 30, 2022 at 2:02 pm

        Yayyy!! (:

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