The Best Bacon Wrapped Dates with Chévre

These sweet and savory little bites are an absolute hit at every party I bring them to!  Goat cheese is stuffed inside juicy dates, then wrapped in bacon, baked crispy to perfection, and drizzled with a balsamic glaze. They are easy to make, and just decadent. I’ve made many variations of bacon wrapped dates over the years, but this combination is my absolute favorite. The creamy and tangy chévre cheese doesn’t overpower the other flavors, as other cheeses might, but compliments them all perfectly.   I have been asked for this recipe a number of times. If you like anything wrapped in bacon like I do, I can promise it will be one of your favorites too.

Pro tips: To crisp the bacon perfectly, and let the fats drain, I prefer to elevate the dates while cooking on a wire baking sheet. I do this often with bacon wrapped anything. I also love to use parchment paper in recipes like this because it makes clean up a breeze! You can just remove your grease covered parchment paper and toss, rather than washing all the bacon grease off of your baking sheet.  You’re welcome!