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BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Dates arranged on a light, matte surface with crispy bacon, a glossy barbecue glaze, and some dates cut open to reveal an almond inside.

BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Sweet and smoky BBQ bacon-wrapped dates with a crispy finish, stuffed with almonds and glazed with a tangy balsamic barbecue sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • Toothpicks (optional)

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 24 pitted Medjool dates
  • 12 slices thin-cut bacon, halved
  • 24 whole almonds optional, for stuffing

Glaze

  • 3 tbsp barbecue sauce high-quality store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Lightly pre-cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes to render some fat. Do not crisp.
  • Stuff each date with an almond (if using).
  • Wrap each date with a half slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick if needed. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, olive oil, and black pepper.
  • Brush each bacon-wrapped date with the glaze, reserving some for later.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, then flip the dates, brush with remaining glaze, and bake for another 7-10 minutes or until bacon is crispy.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil the dates for the last 2 minutes. If using turkey bacon, reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Appetizer, Bacon, BBQ, Dates, Sweet and Savory
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