Pigs in Blankets Oyster Appetizers
Elevate your appetizer game with these exquisite Pigs in Blankets Oyster Appetizers—a luxurious twist on a classic favorite. Fresh oysters are wrapped in smoky, partially cooked bacon, brushed with garlic-lemon butter, and encased in golden puff pastry for a crispy, buttery finish. This elegant hors d'oeuvre combines briny, savory, and flaky textures in every bite, making it perfect for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, these bite-sized delights can be served warm and garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color. Whether you're hosting or indulging, these bacon-wrapped oyster appetizers are sure to be a conversation starter!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh oysters
- 6 slices smoked bacon
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 whole egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Rinse and shuck the oysters, discarding the flat shell and keeping the deep half to collect any juices. Set oysters aside on a plate covered with a damp paper towel.
Partially cook the smoked bacon by placing the slices in a skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side, until they start to render fat but are still pliable. Remove and set aside on paper towels to drain.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the lemon zest, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat.
Cut the puff pastry sheet into 12 equal strips (about 1 inch wide each).
Wrap each oyster in half a slice of the partially cooked bacon, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
Brush a small amount of the garlic-lemon butter on the exterior of each wrapped oyster.
Place each bacon-wrapped oyster at one end of a pastry strip. Roll it up tightly, leaving the oyster slightly exposed, and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush this mixture generously over the puff pastry.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Let the appetizers cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley for presentation.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 2768 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 66.7 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 28.1 mcg | 141% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 27.7 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 1350 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
