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Feta-Parmesan Stuffed Dates with Honey-Walnut Crunch

Delightful bites of creamy feta and Parmesan stuffed inside sweet Medjool dates, drizzled with a honey-walnut crunch for a perfect appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 large large Medjool dates Pitted
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Honey-Walnut Crunch
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped For toasting
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For toasting walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Slice each Medjool date lengthwise and remove the pit.
  2. In a bowl, mix the crumbled feta and grated Parmesan together. Stuff the cheese mixture into each date.
Walnut Mixture
  1. In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped walnuts and toast them for about 5 minutes until fragrant and golden.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the honey and chopped thyme, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Baking
  1. Place the stuffed dates on a baking sheet and drizzle the honey-walnut mixture over each one.
  2. Bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is warm and slightly melted.
  3. Let them cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

These stuffed dates make a charming appetizer and pair beautifully with salads or charcuterie boards. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.