Prosciutto Wrapped Dates With Citrus Goat Cheese 

Stuffed dates are a versatile and simple appetizer that pairs well with any meal and is sure to impress! When wrapped with a salty slice of prosciutto they are the perfect balance of salty and sweet. Often you will find dates stuffed with nuts, but we wanted a nut free option since we have alot of nut allergies in our families. We decided on a citrus goat cheese because Nanna added orange zest to everything she could! 

We recently attended a baby shower where bacon wrapped dates were served! We thought about how we could add a little Nanna to these. The goat cheese becomes warm and melty, and pairs perfectly with the crispy prosciutto and chewiness of the date.

Wise words from Nanna

Prosciutto- If given the option, choose imported Italian prosciutto. It is generally cured longer with less nitrates.

 

Serves 4

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Total Time: 30 Minutes

Ingredients:

12 whole Pitted Dates 

¼ cup of goat cheese

1 TSP orange Zest

1 TSP fresh orange juice 

Salt to taste 

150 g prosciutto slices 

Balsamic glaze 

Instructions:

  1. Mix together the goat cheese, orange zest , orange juice and salt until fully incorporated
  2. Fill the pitted dates with ½ tsp of goat cheese each
  3. Slice the prosciutto slices in half lengthwise and wrap the stuffed dates with prosciutto
  4. Arrange the dates in a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees celsius 
  5. Once prosciutto is crispy, place dates on a serving dish and drizzle with balsamic glaze and maldon salt.

Buon appetito!

With love,

M & A xo