Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

5 from 42 votes

This easy hors d'oeuvre takes just minutes to put together. It's a great addition to any cocktail party. Naturally gluten free, low-carb and keto friendly.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Course: appetizers, hors d'oeuvre

Cuisine: French

Servings: pieces

Calories: 84kcal

Author: Cynthia

Ingredients

1 pound scallops about 15
1/2 pound bacon medium thickness (about 8 slices)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare baking sheet by lining it with foil or parchment paper.
Rinse the scallops in cold water. Remove the "foot" from the scallops. Pat dry with paper towel.
Cut the bacon to fit around the scallops. The size of the scallops will determine how long you cut the bacon strips. Use a toothpick to secure the bacon to the scallop. Thinner cut bacon will "stretch" more easily.
Place baking sheet in oven and bake for for about 7-8 minutes until the bacon is cooked and crisp. Turn halfway, and bake for an additional 7-8 minutes..
Transfer scallops to a paper towel lined plate to dab off excess grease before serving. Remove the toothpick and replace with a fresh skewer or decorative bamboo pick.

Notes

Choose scallops that are about 2 bites. Size 10-20 scallops means you'll get about 15 scallops per pound.
If you want to use long skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes so they won't burn under the broiler.
If not, secure with a toothpick, then remove the toothpick after broiling and replace with a fresh cocktail pick or skewer.
The thickness of the bacon will determine how many slices you'll need.

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