Irresistible Sweet & Spicy Bacon Dates

Today’s Unique Recipe: Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share with you a mouth-watering recipe for sweet and spicy bacon-wrapped dates. I love this dish because it combines the rich flavor of crispy bacon with the sweet, chewy texture of dates, all complemented by a spicy kick. It’s perfect for a snack, appetizer, or even a unique party dish. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients:

• 150g bacon strips
• 200g pitted dates
• 50g cream cheese
• 2 diced jalapenos
• 30ml honey

Kitchen Tools:

• baking sheet/li>
• oven
• toothpicks
• mixing bowl

To start, preheat your oven to 180°C. While the oven is heating up, slice the pitted dates lengthwise, being careful not to slice all the way through. Mix the cream cheese and diced jalapenos in a bowl until well combined. Carefully stuff each date with a small amount of the cream cheese mixture.

Next, cut the bacon strips in half and wrap each stuffed date with a piece of bacon, securing it with a toothpick. Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking sheet and drizzle them with honey for a touch of sweetness.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown. The sweet aroma of the dates and the sizzling bacon will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist sneaking a taste before they’re done.

Once the bacon-wrapped dates are cooked to perfection, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. The combination of flavors and textures in each bite is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Final Touches

The total weight of the cooked dish is approximately 400g, with 12 servings of around 33g each. One serving contains approximately 120 calories.

Don’t forget to try adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the bacon-wrapped dates before baking for an extra burst of flavor. The saltiness balances out the sweetness of the dates and honey, creating a harmonious blend of tastes.

I hope you enjoy making and savoring these sweet and spicy bacon-wrapped dates as much as I do. Feel free to experiment with different fillings, spices, or glazes to make this recipe your own. Happy cooking!