Easy Crispy Bacon

Crispy air fryer bacon is indeed a quick and delicious way to enjoy perfectly cooked bacon with minimal effort. Here’s a simple recipe for making crispy air fryer bacon:

Ingredients:

• Bacon slices
• Air fryer

Instructions:

1. Preheat Your Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
2. Arrange Bacon Slices: While the air fryer is preheating, take your bacon slices and arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You can slightly overlap them, but make sure they’re not piled up on top of each other.
3. Cooking Time: Cook the bacon at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your bacon and the specific model of your air fryer. Keep a close eye on it as it cooks.
4. Check and Flip (Optional): After about 6-7 minutes, you can open the air fryer and flip the bacon slices if you prefer both sides to be evenly crispy. This step is optional, as many people find that bacon cooks just fine without flipping in the air fryer.
5. Monitor for Crispiness: Continue to monitor the bacon as it cooks. You’ll know it’s done when it reaches your desired level of crispiness. Keep in mind that it will continue to crisp up a bit after you remove it from the air fryer due to residual heat.
6. Drain and Serve: Once the bacon is done, carefully remove it from the air fryer basket and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease. Allow it to cool for a minute or two before serving.
7. Enjoy: Serve your crispy air fryer bacon alongside your favorite breakfast dishes or use it as a tasty ingredient in sandwiches, salads, or any recipe that calls for bacon.

Remember to adjust the cooking time and temperature if you prefer your bacon less or more crispy. Air fryers can vary, so it’s a good idea to test a few slices to find the perfect cooking time for your taste preferences. Enjoy your easy and perfectly cooked air fryer bacon!