If you've never made bacon in the air fryer, get ready-this might just change your breakfast game forever. This recipe takes just 15 minutes from start to finish, and all you need is 1 ingredient. Yep, just bacon. No splattering, no babysitting a skillet, and cleanup is a breeze.
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Ingredients
- Bacon - I usually use regular-cut bacon here. Thick-cut works too, but you'll need to increase the cook time by a few minutes. Try peppered bacon for extra flavor!
That's it, just bacon! You don't need any oil, because it renders its own fat beautifully in the air fryer.
📋 You can find the full ingredient list in the Recipe Card below the article.
How To Make Bacon in Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer: Set it to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat up for about 3 minutes.
- Arrange the bacon: Place the slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don't overlap too much-cook in batches if needed.
- Cook: Air fry the bacon for 8 to 10 minutes. Flip the slices halfway through with tongs for even cooking.
- Remove and drain: Use tongs to transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up extra grease.
- Cool and serve: Let the bacon rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.
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Can I cook frozen bacon in the air fryer? - Yes! Separate slices and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Tips
- Use regular-cut bacon for quicker results - It gets crispy faster than thick-cut.
- Cooking thick-cut bacon? - Add 2-3 extra minutes and flip halfway through.
- Don't overcrowd the basket - Bacon needs airflow to get crispy. Cook in batches if needed.
- Flip the slices halfway through - This ensures even cooking on both sides.
- Want to add flavor? - Try sprinkling black pepper, maple syrup, or smoked paprika before cooking.
- Trying turkey bacon? - It works great too-just reduce cook time slightly.
- Batch cook and store - Great for meal prep! Reheat in the air fryer in minutes.
- Watch closely near the end - Some air fryers run hot and bacon can burn fast.
- Is cleanup a pain? Let the grease cool, then wipe out the basket or use parchment/foil to catch drips.
- Worried about smoke? Add a tablespoon of water to the bottom tray or place a slice of bread underneath to absorb grease.
- Can I use parchment paper? Yes, if it's air fryer-safe and perforated for airflow (never use wax paper).
Freezing And Storing Instructions
- To Store. Place cooked and cooled bacon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- To Freeze. Freeze cooked bacon between parchment layers in a zip-top bag for up to 2 months.
- To Reheat. Re-crisp bacon in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes.
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Recipe Card
Air Fryer Bacon
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your air fryer: Set it to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat up for about 3 minutes.
- Arrange the bacon: Place the slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don't overlap too much-cook in batches if needed.
- Cook: Air fry the bacon for 8 to 10 minutes. Flip the slices halfway through with tongs for even cooking.
- Remove and drain: Use tongs to transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up extra grease.
- Cool and serve: Let the bacon rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.
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Shannon T
I tried this recipe. It was a life changing experience for me!!!! I had crispy, crunchy Less greasy bacon. Can’t wait to make BLT’s again!!
Julia
air fryer is incredible right! Thanks Shannon for commenting!