Bacon-Wrapped Walnut-Stuffed Dates

By California Walnuts
Total Time
30 Mins
Serves
6
Meal
Snack
Course
Appetizers

DESCRIPTION

These tasty little bacon wrapped dates are easy to make and make the perfect appetizer or sweet and savory snack.

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
10 Mins
Total Time
30 Mins
Calories
98 cal
Total Fat
5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2 g
Cholesterol
6 mg
Sodium
55 mg
Carbohydrates
12 g
Dietary Fiber
1 g
Protein
3 g

Ingredients

  • 12 Medjool dates, pitted
  • Pinch red chili flakes
  • 12 California walnut halves, toasted
  • 4 slices lean bacon, cut crosswise into three equal pieces

Preparation

  1. Preheat broiler. Line a plate with paper towels; set aside.
  2. Carefully make a lengthwise slit in each date, open gently and sprinkle with chili flakes; fill with a walnut half and reform the date around the walnut. Wrap the bacon around the date and secure with a toothpick. Arrange on a baking sheet.
  3. Broil, turning until crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer paper towels and pat dry. Serve immediately.