How To Make Bacon In the Oven
No matter if you prefer your bacon soft, crunchy, or super crispy, this straightforward technique for baking bacon in the oven is a breeze. It eliminates the hassle of splatters on the stovetop and allows you to utilize your burners for preparing other delicious breakfast dishes!
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Ingredients
- 12- ounce package center-cut bacon
Equipment Needed
- Oven mitts
- Tongs
- Paper towels
- A large baking sheet or sheet pan
- Aluminum foil
Instructions
- 1
Begin by heating your oven to 400°F (204°C).
- 2
Get your baking sheet ready: Cover a large baking tray with aluminum foil to simplify your cleanup afterward. Lay the bacon strips out in a single layer on top of the foil, ensuring that none of the slices overlap to guarantee even cooking.
- 3
For soft bacon with crispy edges, allow it to bake for about 20 minutes. This duration should ensure that the bacon is cooked through but retains a bit of flexibility, with the edges achieving a delightful crispness. Keep in mind that oven performance varies, so it's wise to monitor the bacon as it approaches the end of the cooking time.
- 4
For bacon that is thoroughly crispy, increase the baking duration to 22-23 minutes. The additional minutes in the oven will help render out more fat, resulting in bacon that is satisfyingly crispy without being burnt.
- 5
If you prefer your bacon extra crispy, let it bake for 25-26 minutes. At this point, the bacon will achieve an ideal crunch that caters to those who appreciate a robust texture with each bite.
- 6
Drain and serve: Once your bacon has reached your preferred crispness, carefully take the pan out of the oven using oven mitts. Using tongs, transfer the bacon slices to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess grease.
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Notes & Tips
- I’ve tested this with and without a wire rack and found it worked just as good without and less mess to clean after.