Description
These warm, gooey brie-stuffed dates are crowned with crunchy almonds and a drizzle of golden honey — an irresistible sweet-and-savory bite perfect for elegant entertaining or effortless snacking.
Ingredients
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- 12 Medjool dates, pitted
- 4 oz brie cheese, cut into 12 small cubes
- 12 whole roasted almonds
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully slice each date open lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- Stuff each date with a cube of brie, pressing gently to close the sides around the cheese.
- Place stuffed dates on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Top each with a whole almond and bake for 6–8 minutes, or until brie is just melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and drizzle lightly with honey while warm.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use blue cheese or goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Substitute walnuts or pecans for almonds if preferred.
- Great served with sparkling wine or champagne.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
