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Bacon Wrapped Scallops are a delectable appetizer for any party or special occasion. They have a savory, buttery flavor, with a bit of spice thanks to the hot pepper jelly on top. This baked bacon wrapped scallops recipe is so easy, and so delicious!

Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipe

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Seafood
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 737kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
These bacon wrapped scallops are sweet, spicy, and totally addictive! Say hello to your new favorite appetizer.
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 16 large sea scallops thawed if frozen
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 1 pound bacon (16 slices)
  • 10 ounces hot pepper jelly (1 jar)

Instructions

  • Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and set oven to broil. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
    nonstick spray spraying on a foil lined baking sheet.
  • Remove the side muscle attached to each scallop and, if necessary, cut the scallops to the same size. Pat the scallops with a paper towel.
    16 large sea scallops
  • Place the scallops on a plate and season with kosher salt.
    Kosher salt
    raw scallops on a cutting board.
  • To ensure the bacon crisps and cooks throughout during broiling, it is necessary to parcook the bacon before wrapping the scallops. The most proficient way is to line a microwave-safe plate with 4 layers of paper towels and spread 8 bacon slices on top. Cover the bacon with 2 more layers of paper towels and microwave on high 1½-2 minutes or until the bacon fat begins to melt but is still pliable. Transfer the first 8 slices to the counter and repeat with the remaining 8 slices of bacon.
    1 pound bacon
    4 slices of bacon on a paper towel.
  • Cut one slice of bacon (width and length) to fit around one scallop with just enough overlapping to secure with a toothpick. Place the scallop on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process until all scallops are wrapped.
    a scallop wrapped in bacon.
  • Top each scallop with 1 teaspoon of pepper jelly.
    10 ounces hot pepper jelly
    bacon wrapped scallops topped with pepper jelly.
  • Broil the scallops 3-4 minutes, spinning around the baking tray after 2 minutes. The scallops are done when the edges of bacon have browned, the scallops are opaque and bounce back slightly when touched.
  • Transfer scallops to a serving tray and serve immediately.
    bacon wrapped scallops on a white plate.

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Notes

Storage: Store bacon wrapped scallops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 4scallops | Calories: 737kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 127mg | Sodium: 2745mg | Potassium: 689mg | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 504IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg