{"id":2746,"date":"2026-04-12T17:13:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T17:13:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/seasonspoon\/?p=2746"},"modified":"2026-04-12T17:14:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T17:14:00","slug":"bacon-wrapped-scallops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/seasonspoon\/2026\/04\/12\/bacon-wrapped-scallops\/","title":{"rendered":"Bacon-Wrapped Scallops"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Bacon-Wrapped Scallops are an elegant and irresistible appetizer\u2014crispy, smoky bacon wrapped around sweet, tender scallops. Ready in under 20 minutes, they&#8217;re perfect for holiday parties, New Year&#8217;s Eve, or any special occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:140px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/seasonspoon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163652_5d28fdf5-59d7-4179-a683-23934498d59d-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163652_5d28fdf5-59d7-4179-a683-23934498d59d-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163652_5d28fdf5-59d7-4179-a683-23934498d59d-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163652_5d28fdf5-59d7-4179-a683-23934498d59d-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163652_5d28fdf5-59d7-4179-a683-23934498d59d-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163652_5d28fdf5-59d7-4179-a683-23934498d59d-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163652_5d28fdf5-59d7-4179-a683-23934498d59d.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>12 large sea scallops (about 1 lb \/ 450g)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6 slices bacon, cut in half crosswise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional, for glaze)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lemon wedges, for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:123px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Prepare the Scallops:<\/strong> Pat scallops completely dry with paper towels. Remove the small side muscle if attached. Season lightly with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Partially Cook the Bacon:<\/strong> In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon for 2 to 3 minutes until some fat renders but bacon is still pliable. Drain on paper towels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Wrap the Scallops:<\/strong> Wrap each scallop with a half-slice of partially cooked bacon. Secure with a toothpick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Sear the Scallops:<\/strong> Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place scallops seam-side down in the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until bacon is crispy and scallops are opaque and caramelized. If using maple syrup, brush on during the last minute of cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Serve:<\/strong> Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:154px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro-Tips for Picture-Perfect Bacon-Wrapped Scallops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pat Scallops Dry:<\/strong> Essential for a good sear. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Partially Cook the Bacon:<\/strong> Prevents undercooked bacon or overcooked scallops. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t Overcrowd the Pan:<\/strong> Sear in batches for best results. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve Immediately:<\/strong> Best fresh from the pan. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:166px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>These Bacon-Wrapped Scallops are crispy, smoky, sweet, and juicy\u2014a perfect party appetizer.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/seasonspoon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163627_5c24b921-e2b9-4a87-bcf0-3c6dfa575c39-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163627_5c24b921-e2b9-4a87-bcf0-3c6dfa575c39-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163627_5c24b921-e2b9-4a87-bcf0-3c6dfa575c39-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163627_5c24b921-e2b9-4a87-bcf0-3c6dfa575c39-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163627_5c24b921-e2b9-4a87-bcf0-3c6dfa575c39-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163627_5c24b921-e2b9-4a87-bcf0-3c6dfa575c39-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.goodlighttravel.com\/sites\/9\/2026\/04\/hf_20260412_163627_5c24b921-e2b9-4a87-bcf0-3c6dfa575c39.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An elegant and irresistible appetizer\u2014bacon-wrapped scallops are crispy, smoky, sweet, and juicy all in one bite. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2801,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[1977,1976,1183,1978,1975],"class_list":["post-2746","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quick_meals","tag-bacon-scallop-appetizer","tag-bacon-wrapped-scallops","tag-party-appetizer","tag-scallops-wrapped-in-bacon","tag-seafood-appetizer"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.5 - 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