Classic Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon
Achieve perfectly crispy bacon every time with this simple oven-baked method. No more splatters or unevenly cooked strips, just delicious, golden-brown bacon.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Tongs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Bacon
- Parchment paper for easier cleanup and crispier results
Instructions
Baking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) with the oven rack in the middle position.
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to catch rendered fat and facilitate cleanup; use two sheets if cooking a large amount of bacon.
- Lay bacon strips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring no overlap for even crisping.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes for regular-cut bacon, or 20-25 minutes (or longer) for thick-cut bacon.
- Monitor the bacon closely from 15 minutes, looking for a rich golden-brown color and desired crispness, as baking times vary.
- Carefully remove the sheet from the oven and use tongs to transfer crispy bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat.
- Allow to cool for a minute or two to enhance crispiness, then serve immediately.
Notes
Baking times can vary depending on your oven and the thickness of your bacon. For extra crispy bacon, bake a few minutes longer.