First off I have to confess that I’m late to the air fryer game but I’ve obviously been missing something huge. Like air fryer bacon! How did I miss this? I wish I’d discovered this method earlier! I mean really… this method has been a game-changer for me!
And while this isn’t really a recipe (more of a how-to) it’s so good I felt I had to share.
Unless I was making bacon for a large crowd I used to cook it in the microwave however I found that a little too high-maintenance. To ensure I didn’t overcook it I found that I’d have to check it often. Now that I have the air fryer method down I don’t have to check it at all. It cooks perfectly every time. As the air fryer circulates the air underneath there is also no need to turn the bacon. And as a bonus, my air fryer basket goes in the dishwasher so cleanup is extra easy.
What Ingredients Do I Need To Make This
One ingredient. Bacon. Just bacon!
- Bacon – I prefer to use good quality organic bacon but you can use any bacon you have on hand.
How Do I Make Air Fryer Bacon?
There’s no need to preheat the air fryer. Just place the bacon in a single layer in the basket of your air fryer. Adjust the heat to 350F and set the timer. In my 1500-watt air fryer, I find the bacon cooks perfectly to my liking (slightly crispy) in 8:30 minutes. Depending on the wattage of your air fryer you might have to cook the bacon a little less or more. The first time you cook it start checking the doneness at the 7-minute mark. If you want it crispier cook it a little longer. Once you’ve figured out the timing you won’t need to check it any longer. Just set the timer and it will cook perfectly every time.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS; Can I put raw bacon in an air fryer? Yes, you should always start with raw bacon. There is no need to precook it. Can I cook turkey bacon in the air fryer? Yes both turkey and chicken bacon can be cooked with this method although you might need to adjust the timing. Should I put water in an air fryer when cooking bacon? There is no need to add any water to your basket.This will just cause your bacon to steam and prevent it from getting crisp.
Air Fryer Bacon
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- Bacon
Instructions
- Place bacon strips in the air fryer basket in single layer.
- Turn temperature to 350F & cook for 8-9 minutes checking doneness after 7 minutes. Cook 1-2 minutes longer if needed.
- Remove bacon from air fryer and drain on paper towel.
- Enjoy!
Notes
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For the perfect breakfast pancakes to serve with your bacon check out this delicious Olive Oil Crepes recipe or my easy Fluffy Japanese Style Pancakes.
This recipe looks so easy and delicious! I can’t wait to try this new way to cook bacon!
Breakfast has never been better than this! My menu will definitely include this
Yes, I love cooking my bacon in an air fryer. I agree with you, it comes out perfect and it’s very easy.
have used my air fryer for so many things since we got it and it has not failed us so far..
I don’t have an air fryer, but it amazes me with all the things that can be cooked in it.
Oh, this looks so good! I need to get an air fryer as soon as possible š. I’ll have to give this recipe a try!
I have never tried frying my bacon in an air fryer because I preferred to cook it in a frying pan, but I will try!
I have never tries making my bacon in the air fryer but I have to say I always make it now in the oven versus in a pan on the stove top. So much easier and cooks perfectly! Will have to try this method as well š
Fantastic air fryer bacon recipe! Your clear instructions and simple steps made it easy for me to follow. The crispy result was delicious. Looking forward to trying more of your recipes!
This is the only way my family will eat bacon š„! Itās so much easier and doesnāt have all that grease still on it
I love how air fryers make everything crispy, and I haven’t try bacon yet, will do now.
The simplicity of just placing the bacon in the air fryer basket without preheating is a time-saver.
This really does look like it could be perfect air fryer bacon, I should give this method a try!
I like cooking bacon on a sheet pan in the oven for easy clean up. Iāve never thought about trying to cook it in the air fryer. Iāll have to try it.
This sounds like a great way to prepare bacon. We recently got an air fryer and I can smell this just thinking about it š
I love the air fryer. I have made bacon in the air fryer as well. I think it’s so much easier that way.
I hate the grease mess of the bacon. I will have to have my son cook his bacon in the air fryer.
This recipe for air fryer bacon has made my life a bit easier! Super simple to make and it comes out perfect everytime.
I love this! We havent tried the air fryer yet, but we do bake our bacon! I’ll give it a whirl as I like mine a little more crispy.
I really love using an air fryer when on bacon it has more crisp on it. Thanks for sharing this with us
Yum š It looks so delicious! I need to try this recipe in the air fryer.
Your air fryer bacon post is a lifesaver! The step-by-step instructions are super clear, and the results are delicious. Thanks for sharing this quick and easy way to make perfect bacon. Can’t wait to try it again!
My air fryer is my favorite tool for trying new recipes!
Air fryer bacon gets the most perfect crisp to it!
I love bacon in the air fryer. It is one of the only ways I’ll make it now.
I do not have an air-fryer yet…have always cooked bacon in the pan – a little water and allow it to cook in its fat – doesn’t stick on the pan and it’s extra crispy. Also, I love to collect bacon fat – was wondering if there’s fat when you air fry? Thanks!
Yes Marie, sometimes a little fat is collected at the bottom of the air fryer so you can pour it out. I like that the bacon sits on a shelf above that so it’s not sitting in the fat.
I do love my bacon. I have never tried it in the air fryer and need to!
Air fryer is such a wonderful gadget! Convenient, safe and easy to use and clean!