Beef Free Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
Sweet, creamy, and just a little bit fancy, these stuffed dates are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to sit down. Plump Medjool dates are split open and filled with a savory-herbed goat cheese mixture — fresh thyme, a crack of black pepper, and optional rosemary stirred right in — then crowned with a walnut half and finished with a drizzle of honey. The combination of sticky-sweet fruit, tangy cheese, and earthy nuts hits every note at once. Since this recipe is built entirely around produce, dairy, nuts, and honey, it naturally sidesteps any concern about meat-based ingredients without any substitutions required. The whole thing comes together with minimal effort and no cooking, making it an ideal last-minute entertaining option. You can prep them up to four hours ahead and keep them chilled, so there's no frantic assembly when guests arrive. Whether you're building a cheese board or just need something impressive to set out, these deliver serious flavor with almost no fuss.
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6 servings
- 18 medjool dates
- 4 oz fresh goat cheese, at room temperature
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 18 walnut halves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Using a small knife, slice each date lengthwise along one side and open it like a book, removing the pit if not already pitted. Arrange the opened dates on a cutting board or serving platter.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the goat cheese, thyme leaves, rosemary (if using), salt, and pepper, stirring until evenly mixed and smooth.
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