A Date With A Pig Recipe

This ridiculously easy appetizer is a crowd-pleaser! With only two ingredients and minimal effort, you'll create irresistible bacon-wrapped dates that disappear in minutes. Perfect for parties, game day, or a romantic night in – get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 339.9 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
A Date With A Pig 99

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for A Date With A Pig

  • 1 pound bacon
  • 32 Medjool pitted dates
  • toothpicks
  • parchment paper

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this A Date With A Pig? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make A Date With A Pig

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut 1 pound of bacon into 1/2 slices.
  3. Wrap each Medjool date with 1/2 slice of bacon.
  4. Secure each bacon-wrapped date with a toothpick.
  5. Place dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until bacon is crispy and dates are tender.
  7. Remove toothpicks before serving.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy! These can also be easily reheated.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

42g

Carbs

7g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)