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Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Prosciutto

Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Prosciutto for a Festive Touch

Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Prosciutto are a simple, no-cook appetizer that enhances holiday gatherings with sweet Medjool dates, creamy herby cheese, and crispy prosciutto.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dates
  • 12 pieces Medjool Dates Sweet and chewy, provide natural sweetness.
  • 8 ounces Herby Soft Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese or cream cheese.
For the Wrapping
  • 6 slices Prosciutto Can substitute with bacon or smoked turkey.
  • 12 pieces Cocktail Sticks Any small skewer or toothpick works well.

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Small spoon
  • Cocktail sticks

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your kitchen workspace. Slice each Medjool date lengthwise and remove the pit.
  2. Scoop and fill each date half with herby soft cheese.
  3. Cut prosciutto into halves or quarters to wrap around the stuffed dates.
  4. Wrap each date in a piece of prosciutto, covering the cheese filling.
  5. Secure the wrapped dates with cocktail sticks.
  6. Refrigerate the dates for about 20-30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor. Can be prepared a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.

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