Bacon Wrapped Dates (Dátiles Rellenos)
Learn the secret to making this delicious Spanish pintxo with this irresistible bacon-wrapped dates (dátiles rellenos) recipe! These quick and easy bites can be oven baked or grilled, and are perfect for any gathering.
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 6 strips thinly sliced bacon or serrano ham or prosciutto
- 12 large dates
- 3 ounces goat cheese
- 12 toothpicks soaked in water to minimize charring
- 12 Marcona almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the dates lengthwise and carefully remove the pit. Replace it with a small amount of goat cheese, and the almond if using. Press the edges of the dates together to seal.
- Cut the strips of bacon in half, and wrap each date in one piece of bacon. Poke a toothpick through the date to secure the bacon.
- Place on a rimmed baking dish, leaving space between each date. Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the bacon is brown and crispy.
- Leave them to cool for a few minutes, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or nuts inside for fun and tasty variations!
- Use an easy-to-clean baking dish with a raised rim to catch the bacon grease. Alternatively, use a sheet pan lined with foil to make cleanup easy.
- This recipe makes 12 pintxos, but you can easily change the quantities to make as many or as few as you need for your guests or just for you.
