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Close-up of dates stuffed with a creamy filling and topped with chopped nuts on a light-colored surface.

3-Ingredient Stuffed Dates Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
Goat cheese stuffed dates are sticky-sweet dates stuffed with creamy dollops of goat cheese then topped with crunchy chopped walnuts. Serve as is or bake to perfection - either way, you get a delicious, indulgent treat that’s perfect for any time, from movie nights to holiday spreads. Try them once and you’ll always have a winning party appetizer up your sleeve.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 194 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 16 whole Medjool dates
  • 4 ounces goat cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions
 

  • Open each date and remove the pit by slicing one side from top to bottom.
  • Stuff the dates with goat cheese and top each one with walnuts. Press the nuts gently into the cheese so they hold in place.
  • Serve like this or warm in a preheated oven at 350 °F on a baking sheet for 10 minutes until dates soften and are warmed through.

Notes

  • Cleanly slice the dates down the middle without cutting them all the way through to make stuffing easier.
  • Overstuffing can make the stuffed dates look messy. I like to use a small spoon or piping bag to evenly distribute the cheese and maintain a nice cheese-to-date ratio.
  • Lightly toast the walnuts for an extra layer of flavor and crunch.
  • A sprig of fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary on top can add a subtle flavor boost and improve visual appeal.
  • The dates become a bit sticky when baked, so I like to add some toothpicks or cocktail forks to the serving platter for the guests’ convenience.
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Serve: Serve goat cheese stuffed dates as part of or alongside a charcuterie spread with an assortment of meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts. They also pair well with breads, crackers, or fresh fruits. For the holidays, enjoy these stuffed dates with a glass of cranberry margarita or a mug of slow cooker mulled wine.
Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 1 week. Allow them to come to room temperature before serving. If you want them warm, heat in the oven at 350 F for 15 minutes or until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 2stuffed datesCalories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 53mgPotassium: 354mgFiber: 3gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 219IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 1mg
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