Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Bacon
Air Fryer Bacon features thick-cut bacon slices; air fry at 375°F for 10 minutes until perfectly flat and evenly crispy with no grease splatter.
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Method
- 1
Lay bacon slices in a single layer in the basket — slight overlap is okay, they shrink as they cook.
- 2
Air fry at 375°F for 8-10 minutes for thick-cut, 6-8 minutes for regular-cut.
- 3
Check at the lower time — bacon goes from perfect to burnt in 60 seconds.
- 4
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Bacon crisps up more as it cools.
Pro tip. No need to flip — the circulating hot air cooks both sides evenly. For candied bacon, sprinkle brown sugar on top before cooking and watch closely the last 2 minutes.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 10 minutes. The same dish takes about 18 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Uses a fraction of the oil of deep frying, which is how this comes in at 210 calories a serving.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. To bring them back, air fry at 350°F for 1-2 minutes. 90 seconds is usually enough. Place on parchment if you want to catch the grease. Full reheat guide for bacon.
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