This Baked Scallops in Garlic Butter Cups Recipe is a delightful choice for Christmas Eve appetizers. The combination of tender scallops and rich garlic butter creates a luxurious flavor that is sure to impress your guests.
The recipe is simple to follow and perfect for special occasions, making it an ideal addition to your holiday menu.
Elegant Baked Scallops Appetizer
These baked scallops are nestled in crispy pastry cups and topped with a savory garlic butter mixture. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a fantastic option for entertaining during the festive season.
Ingredients
- 12 large sea scallops, cleaned and patted dry
- 1 cup puff pastry, thawed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Paprika for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Pastry Cups: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into circles to fit into a greased muffin tin. Press the circles into the muffin cups to form pastry cups.
- Mix Garlic Butter: In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble Scallops: Place one scallop in each pastry cup and spoon the garlic butter mixture over the top. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the pastry is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with paprika if desired, and serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
