These bacon wrapped scallops are jumbo scallops coated in a sweet and savory glaze, then broiled to perfection. A simple yet elegant appetizer or main course option that is sure to get rave reviews!
Everything is better with bacon, I always find myself making bacon wrapped chicken and bacon wrapped asparagus for dinner. Scallops are delicious on their own, but when you cover them in bacon you end up with decadent little bites that are perfect for any occasion.
For me, scallops are one of those special occasion type foods. They tend to be a bit on the pricey side and they’re best purchased from a reputable fish monger. These bacon wrapped scallops are my absolute favorite way to enjoy seafood, and they also happen to be quite easy to make!
How to buy scallops
You want to use the larger sea scallops for this recipe, not the small bay scallops. Look for scallops that are uniform in size and color and smell fresh – they shouldn’t have an overly fishy aroma. You can often find fresh scallops at the seafood counter of your local grocery store. Frozen scallops work well too, just make sure they’re completely thawed and patted dry before you use them.
How do you make bacon wrapped scallops?
This recipe calls for scallops, bacon, maple syrup, garlic powder, soy sauce, salt and pepper. That’s all there is to it! Wrap each scallop in half a slice of bacon and then secure the bacon with a toothpick. Mix together the remaining ingredients to form a sweet and savory glaze that gets brushed over the scallops as they cook. Add a sprinkle of herbs, then serve and enjoy.
Tips for bacon wrapped scallops
- Choose the largest scallops that you can afford. Larger scallops are easier to wrap with bacon and they won’t overcook as the bacon crisps up.
- Make sure to use a regular cut of bacon – thick cut bacon will take too long to cook through.
- You can serve your scallops with the toothpicks intact as an appetizer, or remove the toothpicks if you’re planning to serve them as a main course.
- This recipe also works well with shrimp!
How do you reheat bacon wrapped scallops?
These scallops are best served fresh from the oven. You can reheat the scallops the next day, but you run the risk of overcooking the scallops. The best way to reheat your scallops is to warm them in a pan over medium heat until the bacon is crisp, which should take 3-4 minutes.
What should you serve with scallops?
You can serve these scallops on their own as a party snack, or with side dishes as a main course. I like to serve my bacon wrapped scallops over cream cheese mashed potatoes or mushroom rice. I also add a green vegetable on the side such as green beans almondine or balsamic brussels sprouts.
If you’re a seafood fan, you’ll be sure to enjoy these bacon wrapped scallops. You will impress everyone when you serve this dish at your next gathering!
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Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Ingredients
- 2 pounds large sea scallops patted dry
- 1 pound bacon slices cut in half crosswise
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Wrap a slice of bacon around each scallop and secure with a toothpick. Arrange the scallops in a single layer on the baking pan.
- In a small bowl, mix together the maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Brush half the mixture over the top of each of the scallops.
- Broil for 10-15 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and scallops are cooked through. Brush the remaining sauce over the scallops halfway through the cook time.
- Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.
Delicious!
Used thick bacon (partial cooked in actifry), then followed directions. Basting recipe was brilliant. So nice to have a quick option like this to prepare. Served with potatoes and carrots in the actifry after I took the bacon out…cooked in the fat of course.
Thank you!
Absolute banger of a recipe. So good. Definitely going to make again!!!!
I LOVE scallops but never buy them for myself because they are too expensive. My husband bought some for me and I made this recipe. THEY WERE AMAZING!!! Will make them like this forever!
I too made them in the air fryer, I usually make mine using Old Bay seasoning, but your sauce sounded very interesting. Had a little sauce left over and God forgive, it disappeared right down my throat much to the displeasure of my forever wife. Sorry,but it was so good.
Air fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops
I made them in the airfryer , same recipe 350 degrees, for 10 minutes the bacon was perfect and scallops cooked thru.
Delicious . Great recipe.
Did you have toothpick in them
You take them out after you cook them
Awesome recipe can’t wait to make them again. Thank you sooo much for sharing.
This was an amazing recipe, my Family loved them. I will say I used thick applewood smoked bacon and I cooked it in the microwave for 2 minutes prior to wrapping the scallops just to ensure it would be cooked in the time suggested. I cooked the scallops for 8 minutes on one side, flipped it over, basted them again and cooked it 7 more minutes, when the timer went off I basted them once more, turned off the oven and let them sit in there for a minute or two longer. Yum!
I followed Billie Stocktons’ suggestions. !!!!! Delicious!!
Thank you
Just made them but I didn’t have the ingredients for the sauce, so I made my own with oyster sauce ,honey and dash of cyanan..They were
awesome . Will definitely make them again.
Made these with large scallops from Costco. Broiled at 550 in the upper half of the oven. After 8 min I flipped them and brushed the other side. After another 7 min they were done. Delicious! Thanks!
Do I need a cooling wrack or just on the sheet pan itself? Also, do I need to flip the scallops?
Just a sheet pan, and I don’t flip the scallops!
Yummy!
These were so decant and delicious! Can’t wait to make them again!
Can you partially pre cook the bacon to make sure it gets done? Made these befre and 14 to 15 minutes was way too long
Yes that works!
OMGoodness!! Delicious!! I also marinated the scallops for 10 mins. Perfect!!
Where should you place the broiling rack in oven?
Upper third of the oven!
Can I prepare the scallops and bacon earlier in the day and refrigerate until right before they’re needed? I wouldn’t cook them, just wrap them.
Yes that’s fine!
Is there any prep for the scallop beforehand? And what temp are we broiling? High or low? Is there a degree the scallops should be when using a thermometer? Thank you! Excited to try this for thanksgiving.
Most scallops come cleaned and ready to use! I broil on high, there is not a specific internal temperature to aim for on a thermometer. Scallops cook very quickly, so you really don’t have to worry about then being undercooked. The bacon is what will take the longest to cook, and the scallop definitely cooks all that way through during that time.
Wow were these amazing! So flavorful!
I love these! I wait for our local Sprouts market to have scallops on sale then I make them! What a treat!
Tried these at a recent party. Gone in minutes. Will certainly make them again, but not for the same group
I love scallops and sea food in general, but I would have never thought to wrap them in bacon! this is original!
Not really,had em at 2 different parties 20 years ago but never made them.Always amazing