How to Bake Bacon
An easy, mess-free way to enjoy crispy perfection every time!
🥓 Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients & Tools
You only need:
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Thick or regular-cut bacon
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A baking sheet
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Parchment paper or foil
Optional:
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A wire rack (for extra crispiness)
Tip: Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and better bacon browning.
🔥 Step 2: Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 400°F (204°C).
This is the magic temperature for evenly crisp bacon.
Why not use a pan? Baking bacon reduces mess, cooks evenly, and doesn't need flipping.
🧑🍳 Step 3: Line the Tray and Lay Out the Bacon
Place parchment paper or foil on the baking sheet.
Lay bacon strips side by side—not overlapping!
Optional: Place a wire rack on the sheet, then bacon on the rack for less greasy strips.
⏱️ Step 4: Bake!
Place the tray on the middle oven rack.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, depending on:
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Bacon thickness
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Your preferred crispiness
Watch closely in the last 5 minutes!
🧤 Step 5: Remove & Drain
Use oven mitts to take out the tray.
Use tongs to move bacon onto a paper towel–lined plate.
Let it rest for 2 minutes. It'll crisp up more as it cools!
🍽️ Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
Crispy, golden bacon is ready to eat!
Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or a snack on its own.
