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Crispy Air-Fried Bacon Strips

Crispy Air-Fried Bacon Strips offer a cleaner, faster method for cooking bacon to perfect crispness without the grease splatter. Whether for breakfast, salads, or sandwiches, these air-fried strips are uniformly golden and delicious every time.

Ingredients

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  • 810 bacon strips (regular or thick-cut)
  • Optional: Fresh cracked black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place bacon strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket—do not overlap.
  3. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, checking at the 5-minute mark and flipping if needed for even cooking.
  4. Remove bacon when crispy and drain on paper towels.
  5. Repeat in batches if necessary.

Notes

  • Do not overlap bacon for best results.
  • Use a tablespoon of water in the tray to reduce smoke.
  • Adjust cooking time for chewy vs. crispy preferences.
  • Keep cooked bacon warm in a low oven while finishing batches.

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