Begin by filling each date with a blanched almond and then closing the date around it.

Wrap a piece of bacon around each date, securing it in place.

Heat a medium skillet over medium heat.

Place the bacon-wrapped dates in the skillet with the seam side of the bacon facing down.

Cook until the bacon’s seam side turns golden, and then flip them to cook until the other side of the bacon is golden as well.

Let the dates drain on paper towels.

In another skillet, heat at least ½ inch of oil over medium-high heat (alternatively, you can use a deep fryer set at 365°F or 185°C) until a cube of bread turns light brown in 60 seconds.

Prepare two shallow bowls – one with all-purpose flour and the other with a lightly beaten egg.

Dredge each bacon-wrapped date in the flour, dip it into the beaten egg, and then place it in the hot oil.

Cook, turning them once, until they become lightly browned.

Allow the dates to drain on paper towels.

Serve them while hot.