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# Crispy Air Fryer Bacon

Crispy Air Fryer Bacon is succulent, crunchy, and full of flavor. Air frying bacon allows you to enjoy all its delicious qualities without the greasiness typical of pan-frying. Incorporate this tasty bacon into a croissant egg sandwich or accompany it with air-fried asparagus for a fantastic meal.

## Recipe Overview

I’ve come to appreciate how amazing bacon can taste when prepared in an air fryer. This quick technique yields the crispiest and most flavorful bacon you’ll definitely appreciate.

– **FLAVOR:** Savory, salty, and absolutely delightful, this air fryer bacon complements any dish or can be enjoyed on its own!
– **TEXTURE:** The bacon achieves a wonderful crispiness and crunch, coupled with just the right amount of chewiness, free from any excess grease.
– **TIME:** Ready in just 10 minutes, this method is quicker than using the oven!
– **Simplicity:** Fast, straightforward, and mess-free, air frying bacon is the ideal choice.

## Ingredient Insights

– **Bacon:** Thin slices cook at a faster rate, but thick-cut bacon is also a great option.
– **Air fryer:** Be it an oven air fryer or a basket type, modify the temperatures and times as necessary.

## Additions and Alternatives

– **Thick-cut bacon:** You can opt for thicker slices, just be sure to adjust the cooking time for the desired crispiness.
– **Maple syrup:** Brush the bacon with maple syrup prior to cooking for a touch of sweetness and caramelization.
– **Black pepper:** For a spicy twist, sprinkle some ground black pepper over the bacon.

## Instructions for Making Air Fryer Bacon

1. **Arrange the bacon in the basket:** Lay the bacon flat in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring even spacing.
2. **Cook:** Air fry the bacon at 390°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway. For basket air fryers, set at 360°F for 6 minutes, flip, and cook for another 2 minutes.

*Pro Tip:* Using an oven air fryer lined with foil simplifies cleanup.

## Tips for Success

– **Opt for thinner slices:** Traditional cut bacon generally crisps more effectively than thick-cut.
– **Keep the bacon flat:** Arranging the strips flat helps promote even cooking.
– **Avoid overcrowding:** Ensure there’s enough space between slices for adequate air circulation.
– **Minimize smoke from grease:** Place paper towels in the drip tray to catch excess grease.

## Frequently Asked Questions

– **Is flipping necessary for air frying bacon?** Flipping isn’t required, but it can help achieve a crispy texture on both sides.
– **Should you use foil in the air fryer when cooking bacon?** For oven air fryers, lining the bottom pan with foil aids cleanup; however, avoid covering the basket itself.
– **Is bacon healthier when cooked in an air fryer?** While bacon itself remains the same, cooking it in an air fryer helps reduce fat, as the drippings collect below, yielding perfectly crispy bacon.

Relish your crispy air fryer bacon!

### Serving Suggestions
This crispy Air Fryer Bacon is delicious, savory, and pairs wonderfully with any meal throughout the day. Serve it alongside sandwiches, vegetables, eggs, or pancakes.
– **Eggs:** Enjoy with Easy Poached Eggs and Caramelized Onions, Quiche Lorraine, Shakshuka, or Eggs Benedict.
– **Pancakes:** Complement this savory bacon with sweet Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes, German Pancakes, Buttermilk Pancakes, or Cottage Cheese Pancakes.
– **Sandwiches:** Ideal paired with a Classic BLT, Brisket Sandwich, Breakfast Sandwich (3 Ways), or Turkey Croissant Sandwich.
– **Vegetables:** Serve alongside Sautéed Garlic Asparagus, Air Fryer Baked Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, or Creamy Mashed Potatoes.

### Make This Recipe in Advance
**Preparation:** You can cook the bacon ahead of time and refrigerate it. Reheat in the air fryer for about 4 minutes at 360°F.

**Storage:** Keep the Air Fryer Bacon in an airtight container or a ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 4 days.

**Freezing:** Once cooled, place the bacon in a freezer ziplock bag to freeze for up to 3 months.

### Try More Delicious Air Fryer Recipes!
Here are some other tasty options:
– **Air Fryer Hash Browns**
– **Juicy Air Fryer Steak Bites**
– **Air Fryer Pork Chops (VIDEO)**
– **Air Fryer Asparagus**

### Full Recipe Instructions
The ultimate method for achieving the crispiest and tastiest bacon ever, all in an easy and mess-free way!

**Ingredients**
– 10 strips of bacon

**Instructions**
1. Arrange the bacon at the base of your air fryer basket, ensuring the strips are spaced apart.
2. For an OVEN air fryer – Set the temperature to 390 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the bacon for around 6 minutes. Then, flip the bacon and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes or until it reaches your preferred level of crispiness.
3. For a BASKET air fryer – Preheat to 360 degrees Fahrenheit, then fry the bacon for about 5 minutes. Flip the bacon and fry for another 5 minutes or until it reaches your desired crispiness.

**Notes**
– What can I do with leftover bacon?
Bacon is a breakfast essential at home. Leftover bacon can enhance frittatas, quiche Lorraine, omelets, or be used in a croissant breakfast sandwich. It also complements breakfast burrito recipes wonderfully.
– Reheating cooked bacon: Simply place it back in the air fryer and heat for approximately 4 minutes at 360 degrees Fahrenheit.

**Nutrition**
– Calories: 183 kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 291mg | Potassium: 87mg | Vitamin A: 16IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg