For an extra touch of elegance, consider drizzling a balsamic glaze over the finished bacon-wrapped dates just before serving. If using particularly large Medjool dates, you may want to use a full slice of bacon for each. Ensure the almonds you use are truly *smoked* almonds; this imparts a superior flavor compared to roasted almonds. These are best served immediately while the bacon is crisp. However, they can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently in the oven.
Bacon Wrapped Dates
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS102
An exquisite harmony of sweet, smoky, and salty flavors awaits! Succulent dates embrace crunchy smoked almonds, all enveloped in crispy bacon. These delightful morsels are guaranteed to vanish in moments—prepare for popular demand!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate7 g
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Cholesterol7 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium145 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
Line a shallow baking pan with aluminum foil. Place a roasting rack onto the foil-lined pan. (2 minutes)
03
Step
20 mins
Create a small slit in each date. Gently nestle a smoked almond inside each date. Press the dates closed to secure the almond. (10 minutes)
04
StepWrap each stuffed date with half a slice of applewood-smoked bacon, ensuring the bacon overlaps slightly. (10 minutes)
05
StepArrange the bacon-wrapped dates on the prepared roasting rack, allowing space between each. (2 minutes)
06
StepRoast in the preheated oven until the bacon is beautifully crisp and golden brown, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. (20 minutes)
07
StepCarefully remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving immediately with toothpicks. Be cautious, as the dates will be hot inside! (5 minutes)
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Nels Stokes
Jun 27, 2025These were a huge hit at my party! Everyone raved about them.
Claude Franey
May 10, 2025Be careful, the dates are very hot inside when they come out of the oven!
Kendrick Hermiston
Mar 12, 2025So easy to make, and the perfect combination of sweet and salty.
Walter Lakin
Nov 28, 2024Next time, I'm going to try adding a little goat cheese with the almond.
Hailey Walsh
Oct 24, 2024I used pecans instead of almonds, and they were delicious!