Bacon-Wrapped Dates

4.80 from 5 votes

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.

Prep Time15

Cook Time35

Total Time50

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Keyword: appetizer, bacon, bacon-wrapped dates, dates

Servings: pieces

Calories: 72kcal

Author: Tara Noland

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
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.

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.

Notes

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