Dates stuffed with goat cheese

Learn how to prepare dates stuffed with goat cheese, a recipe that combines sweet and salty flavors, with a creamy texture in every bite.

Ingredients · Servings 2

8 dátiles Medjool grandes
120 gr de queso de cabra suave
2 cdas de nueces picadas
1 cdita de miel
1 cdita de ralladura de naranja
1 pizca de pimienta negra
1 pizca de sal marina
1 cdita de aceite de oliva extra virgen
Romero fresco al gusto
Pistachos triturados para decorar

Method · 20 min

Haz un corte longitudinal en cada dátil y retira cuidadosamente el hueso sin romper la fruta.
Coloca las nueces en una sartén caliente durante 2 o 3 minutos hasta que desprendan aroma. Esto intensifica el sabor y aporta textura.
En un recipiente agrega el queso de cabra, las nueces tostadas, la miel, la ralladura de naranja, una pizca de pimienta negra y unas hojas pequeñas de romero fresco. Mezcla hasta obtener una crema uniforme.
Con ayuda de una cuchara pequeña o manga pastelera, rellena cada dátil generosamente.
Decora con pistachos triturados y unas gotas de aceite de oliva extra virgen. Si deseas un contraste más gourmet, agrega reducción de balsámico.
Puedes servir los dátiles fríos o darles un golpe de horno durante 5 minutos a 180 °C para lograr un interior más cremoso.

This appetizer has few ingredients and Mediterranean flavors. Besides dates and goat cheese, it includes walnuts, honey, orange zest, pepper, salt, olive oil, rosemary, and pistachios. Follow the step-by-step instructions and let's get started!

How to make dates stuffed with goat cheese

2 people
Easy
310 Kcal
8 large Medjool dates
120g of soft goat cheese
2 tbsp chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tsp orange zest
1 pinch of black pepper
1 pinch of sea salt
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
Make a lengthwise cut in each date and carefully remove the pit without breaking the fruit.
Place the nuts in a hot pan for 2 or 3 minutes until they release their aroma. This intensifies the flavor and adds texture.
In a bowl, combine the goat cheese, toasted walnuts, honey, orange zest, a pinch of black pepper, and a few small sprigs of fresh rosemary. Mix until you have a smooth cream.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each date generously.
Garnish with crushed pistachios and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. For a more gourmet touch, add a balsamic reduction.
You can serve the dates cold or give them a quick bake in the oven for 5 minutes at 180°C to achieve a creamier interior.

Tips for these dates stuffed with goat cheese

Use Medjool dates because they are larger, softer, and easier to stuff.
Do not use goat cheese that is too cold; it will be creamier at room temperature.
Toast the nuts to enhance their aroma and avoid a flat taste.
Add citrus zest to balance the natural sweetness of the date.
Avoid overfilling so the date doesn't break.
If you want more texture, add flaked almonds or pistachios.
Rosemary should be used sparingly so as not to overpower the flavor.
If you bake the dates, do not exceed 5 minutes or the cheese will lose its consistency.
Use good quality honey for a deeper, more aromatic flavor.
Add a few flakes of sea salt at the end to enhance all the flavors.
You can wrap the dates in Serrano ham for a more intense and gourmet version.
The balsamic reduction should be added just before serving to maintain the texture.
If you're looking for a fresher version, add small mint leaves.