These feta stuffed dates are one of my favorite appetizers ever. So quick and easy to make with just 2 ingredients, and they're always the one thing that finishes first. Everyone loves them, so make sure to make a double batch!
Everyone Loves This Recipe
I first made these feta stuffed dates about 10 years ago. I had some friends coming over for Tapas night and one of them was vegetarian. And being the fantastic friend I am of course I supplemented the bacon version with a special kind, just for her - enter: Feta Stuffed Dates.
Well, turns out, she wasn't the only one who liked this sweet and salty combo, and so they became the natural sidekick for the bacon wrapped kind. Now I make both versions for all festive occasions, including Christmas, and if I don't, everyone asks where they are...
And I really don't mind making them - because it's so easy. About 5 minutes to prep, then 15 minutes to bake. So easy, and so tasty!
"It is not easy to surprise me with dates but not this time - these feta stuffed yummies are absolutely incredible!" - Danielle
How to Make Them in 2 Simple Steps
1. Stuff
Start by removing the pit from the dates, and place them on a lined baking sheet. Cut feta cheese into pieces and stuff one piece into each date.
2. Bake
Bake 15 minutes or until cheese is golden and soft. Enjoy!
Top Tips
Make sure they don't burn. Keep an eye on them in the oven, especially if your oven runs a bit hot. If you know your oven runs hot, lower the temperature by 10°C or 20°F. You really just want them to heat up, they don't need to "cook", so when they're golden you can just bring them out.
Mix it up and make multiple versions. You don't need to stop at bacon wrapped and feta stuffed - you can also stuff them with goat cheese or blue cheese, or stuff them with cheese AND wrap them in bacon. You can also add nuts like chopped walnuts or pistachios for a crunchy variation.
Prep ahead. You can stuff the dates with feta cheese and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
What to Do with Leftovers
Storing: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezing: I don't recommend freezing leftovers.
Reheating in the oven: Place on a lined baking sheet and reheat 8-10 minutes at 300°F (150°C).
Reheating in microwave: Reheat in the microwave in 30-second increments.
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Recipe
Feta Stuffed Dates (2 Ingredients)
Print RateInstructions
- Set the oven for 225 C/440 F and place a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
- Carefully remove the pit from the dates - taking care not to break the date apart too much. Place them on the parchment paper and stuff in a piece of feta cheese in each of the dates, facing up.12 fresh Medjool dates*, 2 oz feta cheese*
- Cook for 15 minutes or until cheese has softened and has a nice color.
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What to Do with Leftovers
Storing: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing: I don't recommend freezing leftovers. Reheating in the oven: Place on a lined baking sheet and reheat 8-10 minutes at 300°F (150°C). Reheating in microwave: Reheat in the microwave in 30-second increments.Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
Glenn Seale
Just made these to take into A&E as snacks to get us through tonight - they smell incredible! I've eaten one already and they are delicious.:-P. I'd probably lower the temp by about 10 celsius next time. I also chopped a few pistachios and sprinkled on top just before the end. Too good!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Happy to hear you liked them, Glenn! Regarding temperature this can vary a bit with oven, so I'm happy you found one that works great for you. And I will be trying those chopped pistachios on top myself!!
Danielle
It is not easy to surprise me with dates but not this time - these feta stuffed yummies are absolutely incredible! They look so yum and would be perfect for any party!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you so much Danielle!
Ramona
This is such a good idea for entertaining but also for my snacking habbits and I am such a fan of sweet and salty/savoury combo. Brilliant idea! Thanks for sharing 😉
Emmeline Kemperyd
Haha, same here Ramona! My favorite way to have these is to make batch just for myself on a Saturday afternoon 😉