Dates Wrapped in Cheese Pastry

Submitted by Aric Ross

"This little recipe is a hit for holiday parties and festivities. A nice addition to any snack table with a very elegant flair. You may also store these snacks in an airtight container for a snack any time of day."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 15

ingredients

• 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1⁄2 cup margarine
• 1 1⁄4 cups sifted flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 15 pitted dates
• 15 pecan halves

directions

1. Let the cheese and margarine stand in a bowl at room temperature until softened.
2. Cut in the flour and pepper as for pie dough.
3. Slit the dates; stuff with the pecan halves.
4. Flatten a small amount of dough in the palm of the hand.
5. Wrap a date in the dough, sealing completely.
6. Repeat with the remaining dough and dates.
7. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until light brown.
8. Store between sheets of waxed paper in an airtight container.

Reviews

[Epi-curious]

This recipe is a classic for stuffing anything for a quick appetizer. I use the same recipe and stuff them with pitted green olives, jalapeno slices, or small cubes of pepper jack cheese. Your friends will beg you for this recipe, trust me!