Bacon Wrapped Dates

Ingredients

• 12 medjool dates
• 12 rashers thick streaky bacon
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp runny honey
• 1/2 tsp light soy sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Start by soaking 12 cocktail sticks in water. Set aside

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan assisted, 200°C non fan)

3. 3

   Remove the pits from 12 medjool dates by cutting a small slit into the side

4. 4

   Lay 12 slices of streaky bacon on a chopping board. Place a date at the end of the bacon and roll it around the date

5. 5

   Secure the bacon with one of the soaked cocktail sticks and place on a baking tray or air fryer. Continue with the rest of the bacon and dates

6. 6

   Cook in the oven for 20 minutes, turning the dates after 10 minutes, until the bacon is crisp. Alternatively cook in the air fryer for 12 - 14 minutes.

7. 7

   Mix together 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp runny honey and ½ tsp light soy sauce. Serve with the bacon wrapped dates