Best Way To Cook Bacon in the Air Fryer

There’s nothing like starting the day with the smell of bacon, but cooking it doesn’t have to mean standing over a messy, splattering pan. The air fryer takes all the hassle out. No greasy cleanup, no waiting forever for the oven to heat up. Just hot, crispy strips in a few minutes, ready to pile onto toast, tuck into a sandwich, or sprinkle over a salad.

Here’s how to make Air Fryer Bacon!

Best Way To Cook Bacon in the Air Fryer

Recipe by Heizo
5.0 from 1 vote
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

  • 250 grams 250 bacon

Directions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 175°C or 350F
  • Lay the bacon strips in a single layer inside the basket. Avoid overlapping for even cooking.
  • Cook for 9 minutes and observe the bacon. If you like it crispier, add two more minutes.
  • Halfway through, check the bacon and flip.
  • Remove and place strips on a paper towel to drain excess grease.
  • Serve hot!
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Estimated Nutrition

Note: The nutrition details provided are based on general calculations and may not reflect exact results. Actual values can differ depending on the ingredients used, portion sizes, and how the food is prepared. Use this as a general guide, not a medical or dietary recommendation.

Nutrition Facts

6 servings per container

Serving Size42 grams


  • Amount Per ServingCalories170
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 16.4g 25%
    • Sodium 196mg 9%
    • Protein 5g 10%

      * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.


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