Name: Delicious Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Almonds
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 16
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 slices of bacon cut in half; 16 dates (I used large medjool dates this time); 1/2 cup sliced almonds

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Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Almonds are so ridiculously easy to make and so incredibly delicious!

With just a handful of ingredients you can create a delicious quick snack for a stay at home Friday night movie night or your next dinner party.

There is a brown paper cup on its side with cooked bacon wrapped dates with tooth picks in them in it. There are a few dates out of the cup and laying on brown paper. Items are on a wood surface.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4 servings (4 pieces per = 16 pieces)

Prep Level: Beginner +

Reasons We Love Bacon Wrapped Dates

Sweet and Salty Combo: The sweetness of the dates paired with the saltiness of the bacon, create an amazing flavor hard to resist.

Easy to Make: Bacon wrapped dates are simple and quick to prepare, making them a favorite go to dish.

Versatile: They can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack or even a side dish and can travel very easily which makes them popular for gatherings, picnics, and tail gating!

Fun Fact

In the 1970’s, bacon-wrapped dates were known as Devils on Horseback. The fact that they are still popular today proves that this simple recipe stands the test of time!

There is a white rectangle plate with 8 slices of raw bacon on it. In front of the plate there is a square white bowl with dates in it. There is also a a small white round bowl with sliced almonds in it. All 3 dishes are on a wood surface.

There Are Only 3 Simple Ingredients To This Easy Appetizer

Dates
Almonds
Bacon

How crazy is that! The salty bacon, sweet dates, and almonds combined is a flavor so amazing that they seem to disappear at an awesomely alarming rate every time I make them!

Helpful Tools

Cutting board
Sharp knife
Toothpicks
Baking sheet (I recommend using one with raised sides to prevent any bacon grease spilling out)
Oven mitt
Paper towel-lined plate

How To Make Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Almonds

There are 4 dates cut lengthwise on one side. 3 of the dates have sliced almonds in their cavities. There is a small mound of slice almonds in the fore front. The dates are on a gray and white speckled cutting board.

1. Slice the dates lengthwise.

2. Stuff sliced almonds into each date.

There is 6 pieces of raw bacon laid out on a gray and white speckled cutting board. There is an almond stuffed date sitting on one of the slices of bacon. On another slice of bacon, there is an almond stuffed date partially wrapped in bacon. There is an almond stuffed date fully wrapped in bacon and there is a toothpick stuck through the date to secure the bacon. The cutting board is on a wood surface.

3. Cut raw bacon slices in half and wrap each stuffed date in one piece of bacon securing with a toothpick.

There are 9 bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with almonds on a baking sheet. Each wrapped date have a toothpick speared through it.

4. Arrange evenly and in a single layer on a sheet pan with raised edges.

5. Bake for 20 minutes turning every so often until bacon is cooked to your liking.

Pro Tip

Use a toothpick to secure the wrapped bacon and then use it to turn the dates during the baking process!

Variations

What is so great about this perfect appetizer is that there are many favorite combinations that you can make. Try different cheeses such as blue cheese, tangy goat cheese, or feta cheese.

Try drizzling a little bit of maple syrup on top of each date right when they come out of the oven. Talk about a perfect balance of flavor for a breakfast bite!

There is a white square plate with a pile of cooked bacon wrapped dates with tooth picks in them. The plate is on a brown woven place mat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Type Of Dates Do I Use?

Typically you can find two types of dates in grocery stores. Sweet Medjool dates and Deglet noor dates.

Medjool dates tend to be on the larger size and a little more sweeter than Deglet noor dates which are smaller and have more of a nutty flavor. Both dates are high in fiber and contain natural sugars.

Either type of date will taste delicious in this recipe.

Do I Use Pitted Dates?

If you’re looking to save time especially during the holiday season, the answer is yes!

You absolutely can use dates that have the pit still in them. Just make sure you remove the pit before stuffing the date.

Should I Use Whole Almonds Or Sliced Almonds?

When I first had this delicious snack, it was made with a whole almond and although it was very tasty, it was a little hard biting into the whole nut. Since I started making them, I use sliced almonds or almond pieces.

I’ve been known to take whole almonds, place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush them into small pieces! A rolling pin works great for this trick!

Why Didn’t My Bacon Completely Cook?

The bacon may be too thick. Thinner bacon slices work the best.

The best way to have the bacon be cooked evenly is to turn them every so often while they are baking.

Can I Make This Recipe Ahead Of Time?

Yes, it’s a great idea to make the wrapped dates a day in advance. It’s one less thing you have to do on the day of your next holiday party!

Store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat for 10 minutes at 350 degrees.

8 cooked bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with almonds arranged on a white rectangular plate. Plate is on a wood surface.

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Yield: 16 pieces

Delicious Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Almonds

Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed With Almonds are so ridiculously easy to make and so incredibly delicious!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

8 slices of bacon cut in half
16 dates (I used large medjool dates this time)
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Use a paring knife and slice the dates lengthwise on one side and remove the pit if not using pitted dates.
Stuff sliced almonds into each date using your fingers or small spoon and press date together.
Cut raw bacon slices in half.
Wrap each stuffed date in one piece of bacon by rolling the dates up in the bacon strips and securing with toothpicks.
Arrange evenly and in a single layer on a sheet pan with raised edges.
Bake for 20 minutes turning every so often until the bacon is cooked to your liking.
For really crispy bacon, bake at 375 degrees.
Remove from the oven using an oven mitt and place on a paper towel-lined plate for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy!

Notes

Thinner bacon slices work the best. The best way to have the bacon be cooked evenly is to turn them every so often while they are baking.
Use a toothpick to secure the wrapped bacon and then use it to turn the dates during the baking process.
You can use either Medjool dates or Deglet noor dates.
This is a single recipe. Double or triple for a crowd!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 267Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 388mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 4gSugar: 19gProtein: 11g