Honey Baked Scallops Recipe

Prepare the Oven and Scallops

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the fresh sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Season the scallops with salt and black pepper.

Make the Honey Butter

In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stove. Once melted, stir in the honey and garlic powder until well combined.

Prepare the Ritz Cracker Topping

Crush the Ritz crackers into fine crumbs and place them in a bowl. Pour half of the honey butter mixture over the crumbs and mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Assemble the Dish

In a baking dish, arrange the scallops in a single layer. Drizzle the remaining honey butter over the scallops. Sprinkle the Ritz cracker mixture evenly over the top of the scallops.

Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the topping is golden brown.

Garnish and Serve

Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.