These roasted stuffed dates are elegantly filled with goat cheese and a flavorful orange-scented rosemary-walnut mixture, making a perfect make-ahead holiday appetizer. They're easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
1: Preheat oven to 375°F.
2: Slice the dates lengthwise with a small sharp knife.
3: Break open dates and fill each one with about 1 to 2 teaspoons of goat cheese.
4: Arrange dates in a 9x9-inch square or 9-inch round baking dish.
5: In a small bowl, combine walnuts, rosemary, orange zest, orange juice, cinnamon, salt, and olive oil; mix well.
6: Spoon walnut mixture over stuffed dates.
7: Roast for 15 minutes.
8: Arrange on a serving platter and drizzle with hot honey, if desired.
9: Serve warm.
