Bacon Wrapped Scallops

When you are looking for an appetizer to impress, it doesn't get better than bacon wrapped scallops! Baked in the oven and wrapped in crispy bacon, these scallops are cooked perfectly with a sweet and buttery flavor and texture. Finished with some hot pepper jelly for a spicy kick.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 pounds large sea scallops patted dry (not bay scallops)
• 1 lb bacon slices (cut in half crosswise)
• 1/4 cup butter (melted)
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• Hot pepper jelly
• 16 wooden toothpicks (soaked in water for 30 minutes)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 425 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper and a rack.
2. 2Cook bacon in the oven gently until partially cooked but not crisp and still flexible.
3. 3Rinse scallops under running cold water, pat dry with paper towels. If you notice any tag-like pieces on the side of the scallops, this is a tough muscle and should be removed. Just pinch it with your fingers to remove.
4. 4Wrap each half around a scallop and secure with a toothpick. Arrange the scallops in a single layer on the baking sheet.
5. 5In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic, and parsley. Brush the mixture over the top of each of the scallops, and season with salt and black pepper.
6. 6Bake in a preheated oven at 425 for 12 – 15 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and scallops are cooked through. Scallops should be 125 -130 internal temperature.
7. 7Brush each scallop with pepper jelly and serve warm as an appetizer.