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Roasted Stuffed Dates

Roasted Stuffed Dates: Irresistibly Creamy & Crunchy Appetizer

Try these Roasted Stuffed Dates for a unique blend of sweet and savory that brings joy to any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dates
  • 20 Pitted Medjool Dates
For the Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Goat Cheese Creamy cheese, can substitute with cream cheese or ricotta.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Walnuts Chopped; can substitute with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Chopped; thyme or oregano can also be used.
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest
  • 1 tbsp Orange Juice Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp Sea Salt
  • 2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
For the Glaze
  • 2 tbsp Hot Honey Optional for drizzling.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Roasted Stuffed Dates
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Carefully slice each pitted Medjool date lengthwise and stuff with 1 to 2 teaspoons of goat cheese.
  3. Place the stuffed dates seam-side down in a baking pan in a single layer.
  4. Combine walnuts, rosemary, orange zest, orange juice, cinnamon, sea salt, and olive oil in a bowl. Stir well.
  5. Generously spoon the walnut mixture over each stuffed date.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until the topping is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes and drizzle with hot honey before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 65mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These dates are best enjoyed warm but can also be served at room temperature.

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