Description
These Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. They are simple to make, creating an impressive appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates
- 4 ounces soft goat cheese (chèvre)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully slice each date lengthwise down one side, opening it slightly without cutting all the way through. Remove the pits.
- In a small bowl, mix the soft goat cheese, honey, and chopped nuts, if using.
- Spoon or pipe the goat cheese mixture evenly into the opened dates.
- Place the stuffed dates on a small baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is slightly warm and the dates are softened.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute cream cheese or feta for the goat cheese if preferred.
- For an extra layer of flavor, drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the dates before serving.
- If you do not want to bake them, you can serve these immediately after stuffing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 date
- Calories: Approx. 80
- Sugar: Approx. 6g
- Sodium: Approx. 60mg
- Fat: Approx. 5g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 8g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 2g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 10mg