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Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Tara Noland
Caution, these Bacon-Wrapped Dates are highly addictive!! The sweet, salty, and spicy flavors are amazing and the perfect make-ahead recipe. Just pop them in the oven when the company arrives.
4.80 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 24 pieces
Calories 72 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 12 slices maple smoked bacon cut in half lengthwise
  • Chili powder
  • Cayenne pepper
  • 24 pitted soft dates
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • Toothpicks

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375F. Sprinkle one-half of the bacon slices with cayenne and chili powder. Wrap each date with a bacon slice and secure it with a toothpick.
  • Place the wrapped dates in a square 8" dish, packing them closely together. Drizzle with the maple syrup and sprinkle on the brown sugar. Bake for 30-35 min. Let cool for 10 min. and then drain off the liquid and serve.

Equipment

Natural Delights Medjool Dates – Large & Plump Pitted Dates Medjool, Non-GMO Verified, Pesticide Free, Naturally Sweet Fruit Snack, Perfect for On-the-Go - Medjool Dates Pitted, 8 oz Bag
Natural Delights Medjool Dates – Large & Plump Pitted Dates Medjool, Non-GMO Verified, Pesticide Free, Naturally Sweet Fruit Snack, Perfect for On-the-Go - Medjool Dates Pitted, 8 oz Bag
Pyrex Get Dinner Away Large Handle 8" x 8" Square Dish. Making it Easy to Monitor Casserole Cooking and Brownie Baking from a, 4, Red 8"
Pyrex Get Dinner Away Large Handle 8" x 8" Square Dish. Making it Easy to Monitor Casserole Cooking and Brownie Baking from a, 4, Red 8"
TRTRin Bamboo Toothpicks [3000 Count] - With Reusable Toothpick Holder, Sturdy Smooth Finish Tooth Picks, for Party, Appetizer, Olive, Barbecue, Fruit and Teeth Cleaning, Green.
TRTRin Bamboo Toothpicks [3000 Count] - With Reusable Toothpick Holder, Sturdy Smooth Finish Tooth Picks, for Party, Appetizer, Olive, Barbecue, Fruit and Teeth Cleaning, Green.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 72kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 102mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
Nutrition calculation is an estimation only. If you need nutritional calculations for medical reasons, please use a source that you trust.
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