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Crispy Air Fried Bacon Piled Onto a Plain White Surface

Air Fryer Bacon

Air Fryer Bacon is the easiest way to make crispy and delicious bacon without the mess. Whether you're serving your bacon as a breakfast side, a sandwich ingredient or anything in between, the Air Fryer will cook it perfectly!

Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer bacon, cooking bacon, crispy bacon
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 92 kcal
Author Kelly

Ingredients

  • 12 slices bacon ,Use Whole30 compliant bacon as needed - we use ButcherBox, Applegate No Sugar Uncured bacon or Trader Joe's No Sugar Dry Rubbed Uncured Bacon

Instructions

  1. Arrange bacon in a single layer in the Air Fryer basket, making sure not to overlap. You may need to work in batches depending on the size of your Air Fryer.

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  2. Set the Air Fryer to 375°F and cook for 5 minutes. Use tongs to flip the slices.

    Cook again for another 4-6 minutes, depending on your preference.

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  3. Drain bacon grease between batches and use tongs to transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease. Bacon will crisp up as it cools.

    A Pile of Crispy Air Fryer Bacon on a White Plate with a Gray Rim

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

How to store leftovers:

Leftover cooked bacon can be refrigerated for up to 1 week in an airtight container or resealable bag. 

How to freeze: 

Cooked bacon can be frozen for up to 3 months. Place on a large baking sheet in a single layer and place the pan in the freezer for 20 minutes. Transfer bacon to a large resealable bag or airtight container.

How to Reheat Leftover Bacon

Thaw it out in the fridge overnight before using/reheating. To reheat precooked bacon, cook on low in a skillet or air fry at 350 F for 2-3 minutes, or until warm. 

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Bacon
Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
Calories 92 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Protein 3g6%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.