Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Dates is the perfect sweet and savory combination. Every bite is delicious with a salted outer layer, leading right into the sweet and soft center. Great recipes like this are actually fun to make.
The best part about making this dates recipe is that the cooking time is less than 10 minutes. I find that this is the perfect appetizer for parties, holidays, and more! Everyone scratches their head when they hear that the bacon slices are wrapped around sweet Medjool dates, but they soon realize that it's the perfect combination!
If you want to find new air fryer appetizers for gatherings and parties, these air fryer bacon-wrapped dates are the best. The savory flavors are the perfect way to get the pallet ready for the main meal.
And it's always a good thing to have recipes this simple on hand! It's certain to be a party favorite!
Love bacon, but want a healthier option? Try this delicious air fryer turkey bacon! For more delicious bacon wrapped snacks, try these air fryer bacon wrapped asparagus too.
Ingredients
- Bacon
- Cream cheese
- Cinnamon
- Medjool pitted dates
How to Make Bacon wrapped dates in the air fryer:
- Slice bacon pieces into halves. Set aside.
- Slice open the tops of the dates and remove the pits if not already pitted.
- In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese and cinnamon.
- Carefully spoon ½ teaspoon of the cinnamon and cream cheese mixture into each date.
- Wrap each date with a piece of the bacon, and carefully secure the bacon with a toothpick if needed.
- Place the bacon wrapped dates in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer.
- Air fry the bacon-wrapped dates at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes or until the bacon is cooked fully.
- Carefully remove the stuffed dates from the air fryer and serve.
NOTE: I make this recipe in my Cosori 5.8 qt. air fryer or 6.8 quart air fryer. Depending on your air fryer, size and wattages, cooking time may need to be adjusted 1-2 minutes.
Variations
Use different flavors of bacon - Smoky bacon, thin bacon, thick bacon, or any piece of bacon that you have at home will work with this easy appetizer.
Use creamy goat cheese - Adding tangy goat cheese or a little blue cheese can add an even more salty taste. Both pair well with the salty bacon and the sweet dates.
Use turkey bacon - If you want to cut down on the fat content and salt content, using turkey bacon is a great choice.
How to Serve
These are so simple to serve! You can add them to a charcuterie board for a fun treat or serve them up on a platter at your next party.
If you want to try and pair them with another type of food, air fryer coconut shrimp are never a bad idea!
How to Store
I do think that this delicious appetizer is best eaten fresh, but you can always store it for later. Let the stuffed date cool down all the way, and then add any leftovers to an airtight container. Place the container in the fridge and keep it cool. Eat within 2 days for the best flavor.
To get that crispy bacon on the outside when reheating, pop them back into the air fryer basket to reheat! You can also reheat it in the oven or the microwave.
Common Questions
Will regular dates offset the saltiness of the bacon?
You will want to be sure that you buy large dates that are comparable in size to the slice of bacon. The bigger the date, the better that the salty taste of the bacon will not overpower the sweetness of the dates.
When should I serve this tasty appetizer?
A holiday season is always a great option for serving, but the best way is whenever you choose! I find that it's a great alternative to other difficult appetizers because party guests tend to remember this one - and talk about it more!
There's just something about combining those whole dates and soft cheese that has everyone wanting more bites!
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Dates
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 6 pieces of bacon
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 18 Medjool pitted dates
Instructions
- Slice bacon pieces into halves. Set aside.
- Slice open the tops of the dates and remove the pits if not already pitted.
- In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese and cinnamon.
- Carefully spoon ½ teaspoon of the cinnamon and cream cheese mixture into each date.
- Wrap each date with a piece of the bacon, and carefully secure the bacon with a toothpick if needed.
- Air fry the bacon-wrapped dates at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes or until the bacon is cooked fully.
- Carefully remove the stuffed dates from the air fryer and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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LaVonda Fratrick
Can you omit the cream cheese?
Yes! You can just do bacon and dates.