3-Ingredient Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
These 3-ingredient goat cheese-stuffed dates are the ultimate sweet-savory appetizer–even date skeptics love them! A crowd-pleasing party favorite that’s always a hit.
Servings: 8 servings (2 dates each)
Ingredients
- 16 medjool dates about 2 cups
- 4 oz goat cheese 113 g
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- To serve: flaky sea salt, ground black pepper, extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 C). Slice dates lengthwise on one side and remove the pit.
- Stuff: Spoon a bit of goat cheese into each date. Set cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until warmed through.
- Pine Nuts: Meanwhile, add pine nuts to a small saute pan and set over medium heat. Cook until golden brown and toasted, about 5 minutes (keep a careful eye as these can burn easily).
- Serve: Drizzle warm dates with olive oil and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts, salt, and pepper.
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Notes
Storage: Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
Make ahead: If you want to make them in advance, you can prep and stuff the dates up to 3 days in advance. Keep this either in an airtight container in the fridge or on a tray sealed with plastic wrap to keep the dates from drying out. When you want them, just pop them in the oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 2dates | Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 62.9g | Protein: 6.9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3.7g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 6.2g | Sugar: 54.5g | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1.3mg
