Prosciutto Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese are sweet, salty, creamy, and crisp all at once. Stuffed with goat cheese and almonds, then baked until the prosciutto turns golden, they make an easy Mediterranean appetizer that feels special without much effort. Serve them alongside these Marinated Mozzarella Balls for an effortless entertaining spread.
Prosciutto Wrapped Dates At A Glance
- 🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes (15 minutes prep + 10 minutes bake)
- 🍽️ Servings: 16 dates
- 🌍 Cuisine Type: Mediterranean / Italian-Inspired Appetizer
- 🧀 Flavor Profile: Sweet Medjool dates stuffed with tangy goat cheese and almonds, wrapped in crispy salty prosciutto
- 📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free, high-protein appetizer, naturally sweetened
- 📦 Storage Notes: Best served warm or at room temperature. Can be assembled 1 day ahead and baked before serving.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: An easy sweet-and-salty appetizer that looks impressive but comes together with just a handful of ingredients.
Save And Summarize This Recipe
If you love easy Mediterranean appetizers for entertaining, there are plenty of other recipes that pair beautifully with these Prosciutto Wrapped Dates. Serve them alongside Baked Brie With Honey, Whipped Ricotta Cheese, or Spanakopita Triangles for an appetizer spread that feels elevated without requiring hours in the kitchen.
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Dates are the perfect sweetness without using sugar and they deliver a delicious caramel flavor. You might want to try other date recipes like the Arugula Salad With Feta, or the Snickers Dates. The sweet and savory flavors also work well with recipes that lean into nuts, honey, and Mediterranean ingredients. Pair them with a bowl of Cinnamon Roasted Almonds or Roasted Mixed Nuts to round out an easy wine-night appetizer board.
Key Ingredients
You will need the following ingredients to make these proscuitto wrapped dates with goat cheese:
- Medjool Dates - Medjool dates are larger, softer, and more tender than most other varieties. They have a rich, almost caramel-like sweetness with hints of honey and brown sugar, making them ideal for desserts and as a natural sweetener. While I didn't test other varieties, I know that using Medjool dates in this recipe make for the perfect combination.
- Goat Cheese - Goat cheese adds a tangy, creamy contrast to the sweetness of the dates and the saltiness of the prosciutto. A small amount is all you need. During testing, overstuffing the dates caused the cheese to melt out during baking, so keeping the filling modest gave the best texture and presentation. For a milder flavor, you could also use whipped ricotta or mascarpone, but goat cheese gives the strongest sweet-and-savory balance.
See the recipe card for quantities.
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Variations
- Nuts - If you would like to try other combinations, try pistachios, walnuts, pecans, or even hazelnuts.
- Cheese - Substitute mascarpone or cream cheese for a milder taste. Use blue cheese for a more tangy bite.
- Topping - Add a drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze after baking.
- Spice - Sprinkle with a touch of chili flakes or fresh rosemary for a little kick or herbal note.
How To Make Prosciutto Wrapped Dates: Step-By-Step
Here are some quick visual instructions. Remember that full instructions with the exact ingredients are in the printable recipe card:
Step 1: Preheat the oven and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Slice each date lengthwise and remove the pit.
Step 2: Toast the almonds. Take a small piece of goat cheese along with the toasted almond and stuff the date.
Step 3: Wrap the prosciutto tightly around the date.
Step 4: Bake for 10-12 minutes until crispy and golden.
Gwen's Pro Tip
Toasting the almond before inserting it into the date will add nuttiness and more crunch to the interior of the date.
Prosciutto Wrapped Dates FAQ's
Yes. You can fully assemble the dates up to 1 day in advance and keep them covered in the refrigerator. Bake them just before serving so the prosciutto stays crisp and the goat cheese becomes warm and creamy.
Goat cheese is one of the best options because its tangy flavor balances the sweetness of the Medjool dates and the saltiness of the prosciutto. Soft cheeses like whipped ricotta, mascarpone, or feta also work well, but goat cheese gives the most balanced sweet-and-savory flavor.
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Prosciutto Wrapped Dates With Goat Cheese
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 large Medjool dates
- 10 slices of prosciutto cut in half lengthwise
- 16 whole almonds
- 3 ounces goat cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Slice each date lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through.16 large Medjool dates
- Remove the pit.
- Lightly toast the almonds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and toasty. Let cool.
- Chop small pieces of soft goat cheese and pair them with an almond.16 whole almonds, 3 ounces goat cheese
- Stuff each date with the cheese and almond.
- Take a piece of prosciutto and wrap it tightly around each date.10 slices of prosciutto
- Place the wrapped dates on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the prosciutto is crispy and golden.
- Allow the dates to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Gwen Wolken says
The best appetizer!