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Slices of crispy bacon on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Crispy Oven Baked Bacon

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This easy method for making Crispy Oven Baked Bacon is the best way to prepare perfect bacon every time. Less mess and deliciously crispy!
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 37
Author Dorothy Bigelow

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bacon regular - not thin or thick cut*

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425ºF (218ºC).
  • Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Place the bacon slices on the parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a small amount of space between each piece. Do not overlap.
    Eight slices of bacon on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and flip over the bacon slices using tongs or a fork.
  • Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 6-12 minutes, watching closely so you can remove them when they reach your desired level of doneness.
    A baking sheet with 8 slices of bacon that have been cooked until crispy.
  • Once they are crispy, remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate or tray to drain.
  • Repeat with any remaining bacon, working in batches until they are all cooked and crispy. I recommend draining off any bacon fat in between batches.

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Notes

Storage: Allow to cool, then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage (3-6 months). 
Freezing: Transfer to a freezer bag. Remove the air, seal, and label with the contents and date. Freeze for 3-6 months. Reheat from frozen using a microwave, skillet, or air fryer. 
Reheating: Add to a pre-heated skillet for 30-60 seconds per side, an air fryer on "reheat" for 1-2 minutes, or a microwave in 30-second intervals until heated through. Drain on paper towels (if desired) before serving. 
Thick-cut bacon: Add about 2 minutes onto the expected cooking time, and remove the bacon as soon as it is done to your liking. 
Less crispy: If you don't like you bacon super crispy, watch the oven closely and remove the bacon as soon as it is done to your liking (12-16 minutes, depending on your oven). 

Nutrition

Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 40mg | Vitamin A: 3IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg