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Bacon Wrapped Dates

Sweet dates stuffed with almond and wrapped in crispy bacon—a salty-sweet snack ready in 15 minutes. No oven needed; pan-fry until bacon is golden and edges curl.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
185
Protein
5g
Bacon Wrapped Dates
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Stuff each date with about 0.25 tbsp almond butter or one whole almond.

  2. Step 2

    Wrap each stuffed date tightly with one bacon slice and secure with a toothpick if needed.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~1 minute.

  4. Step 4

    Place wrapped dates seam-side down in the skillet without crowding.

  5. Step 5

    Cook 3–4 minutes until bacon edges curl and darken, rolling halfway through.

  6. Step 6

    Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with black pepper, and serve warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch skillet
  • toothpicks
  • tongs or fork

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