🥓 Crispy Bacon in the Air Fryer (10 min): time & doses
Do you dream of ultra-crispy, golden bacon or bacon ready in just a few minutes? With the Air Fryer, it's magic! Less fat, zero monitoring, and a much more even result than in a pan. In this complete guide, I explain how to make your bacon/bacon crispy in the air fryer (time, weight, tips) to accompany your brunches, salads 🥗, burgers, or even as a topping on an Air Fryer Neary recipe .
Bacon/lard times and weights table
| Kind | Temperature | Time | Quantity | Result | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sliced smoked bacon ( see Neary product ) | 200°C | 7–9 min | 100–200 g | Crispy, golden, without excess fat | Turn over halfway through cooking, leave to stand for 2 minutes outside the bowl |
| Classic bacon (thin slices) | 200°C | 6–8 min | 100 g | Very crispy, chips | Do not overlap, monitor from 6 minutes |
| Thick bacon (breast style) | 200°C | 9–11 min | 150 g | Soft and crispy | Drain on absorbent paper 🧻 |
| Bacon | 200°C | 8–10 min | up to 200 g | Crispy, golden | Stir halfway through cooking, drain well |
How to make crispy bacon in the Air Fryer?
- Take the bacon out of the fridge 10 minutes beforehand to avoid thermal shock (better crispiness).
- Preheat your Air Fryer to 200°C 🔥 while you separate the slices on a sheet or wire rack.
- Arrange in a single layer in the basket. If you have a lot of bacon, do several rounds for an even result.
- Cook for 6 to 9 minutes, depending on the desired thickness and texture. Turn halfway through cooking to brown both sides.
- Drain on absorbent paper as soon as it comes out (the crispness sets as it cools). 🧻
- Enjoy it as soon as it's lukewarm: in scrambled eggs 🥚, on a Caesar salad, in a burger or even as an aperitif with dips 🥑.
FAQ — Crispy Bacon Air Fryer
Why isn't my bacon crispy?
There are several reasons: the basket is too full (batter is stacked), the slices are too thick, or the cooking time is not long enough. Preheat well, space out the slices, and monitor the last 2 minutes to adjust to your ideal texture. Don't hesitate to extend the cooking time in 30-second increments.
Should I add oil?
No, not necessary! The bacon fat renders naturally. If you're using very lean bacon, you can spray it very lightly with oil to help it brown, but it's not necessary.
How to avoid smoke?
Make sure the Air Fryer's drip tray is clean. If you're cooking multiple batches, remove the rendered fat between each batch. You can also add a little water (2–3 tablespoons) to the pan under the grill to limit smoke.
Can I cook homemade smoked bacon?
Yes, and it's even better! Use this Neary Sliced Smoked Bacon, for example, for intense flavor and a super crispy texture. The times are the same, just watch the fat.
What to do with melted fat?
Don't throw it away! Strain it and use it to fry potatoes, flavor vegetables, or even make a mushroom stir-fry 🍄. It's delicious, waste-free, and super flavorful.
Which Air Fryer should I choose for bacon?
A model with a flat basket and good power (1800W or more) works best. Check out our Air Fryer 2025 comparison or take a look at this popular model on Amazon .
Also discover :
Useful links in the footer: sliced smoked bacon – Air Fryer recipes – best Air Fryer 2025 – Amazon model
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