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You know how much I love my air fryer, and this might be my favorite hack yet: Air Fryer Bacon! It’s ready in 10 minutes, no flipping, no mess, and turns out perfectly crispy every single time.
A Reader’s Review
Yes, it is true! All I needed was ten minutes to prepare this dish as an appetizer! Crispy, juicy and succulent, everyone in my house loved this meaty treat. I had some bacon left from last night and tried this recipe last night in the evening as a light snack.
Bacon Just Got an Upgrade!
- Crispy Every Time! No more half-crispy, half-sad strips. This bacon comes out perfectly every time! Moms don’t have time for second tries.
- Set it and forget it! Pop it in the air fryer and walk away. That’s 10 whole minutes to wrangle kids, do some dishes, or just breathe.
- Easy Clean Up! No splatters and no wiping down the whole kitchen. Just crispy bacon and a clean stovetop.
Ingredients
- Type of Bacon: The air fryer’s circulating air can toss bacon around a bit, but thick-cut bacon tends to stay put. Use whatever kind you like—even turkey bacon works great!
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Bacon
If you can load the fryer and hit start, you can make this air fryer bacon recipe! It’s fast, foolproof, and might just ruin stovetop bacon for you forever.
- Lay: Take 5 slices of bacon and then place them in the bottom of the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cut strips in half if needed to fit more in the basket.
- Cook: Turn fryer on to 360 degrees and then fry for 8-10 minutes. Thinner bacon cooks faster, and thicker bacon takes longer. Just check halfway through to rearrange if needed and make sure it’s as crispy as you like. When it’s done, remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess grease. Serve immediately.
Need a Bigger Batch?
Air frying is perfect for quick, small batches of bacon. But if you’re feeding a crowd, check out my oven-baked bacon recipe. It has crispy results and easy cleanup every time!
How to Store Leftover Bacon
- In the Refrigerator: Store leftover bacon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.
- In the Freezer: For longer storage, freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- To Reheat: Reheat in the air fryer or a skillet to bring back the crispiness.
What to Serve With Air Fryer Bacon
If you’re wondering what to pair with this super crispy, easy bacon, try my Blueberry Cake, Cinnamon Rolls, or German Pancake ! Here are a few more ideas!
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Air Fryer Bacon
Ingredients
- 5-6 slices of bacon
Instructions
- Lay 5-6 slices of bacon in the bottom of an air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping.
- Set the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the bacon for 8-10 minutes. Check the bacon at 5 minutes and rearrange if needed. Continue to cook until desired crispiness.
- Remove the bacon from the air fryer and place it on a paper towel-lined plate.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Yes, it is true! All I needed was ten minutes to prepare this dish as an appetizer! Crispy, juicy and succulent, everyone in my house loved this meaty treat. I had some bacon left from last night and tried this recipe last night in the evening as a light snack.