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How to Bake Bacon
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How to Bake Bacon

This method for baking bacon in the oven uses parchment paper to prevent grease spillover and to promote even crisping. Baking bacon on a sheet pan at 400°F crisps it evenly without much hands-on attention. Flipping the bacon halfway through baking ensures both sides cook properly. This technique works for various types of bacon, including turkey bacon, and allows adjusting cook time for desired crispness and thickness.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 265 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. Bacon

Instructions

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  1. Line a sheet pan with two layers of parchment paper. (This will help the bacon crisp up, as well as prevent bacon grease from spilling onto your sheet pan.)
  2. Place the bacon onto the prepared sheet pan. Give each strip of bacon a little space so it can roast.
  3. Place the bacon in the oven on the middle rack. Turn the oven on to 400°F.
  4. Bake for 15-18 minutes. Check on the bacon at the 15-minute mark to see how it's doing. (If baking turkey bacon, check at the 10-12 minute mark.) We want it to be crisping up, but not to be totally browned.
  5. Remove from the oven, and flip the bacon using a pair of tongs.
  6. Place the sheet pan back in the oven, and bake for another 6-10 minutes, or until desired crispness. This will change based on the thickness of the bacon you have.
  7. Remove from the oven, and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Blot to remove any excess grease.
  8. Drain and cool slightly, then enjoy!

Notes

  • Parchment paper lining helps the bacon crisp and prevents grease spills.
  • Cook times vary: turkey bacon requires less time, regular bacon 20-25 minutes, thick cut up to 30 minutes for desired crispness.
  • Flip bacon halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow better heat circulation and cooking.
  • For larger batches, use multiple sheet pans or a larger pan to maintain spacing.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2slices Calories 265kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 12g (71%) Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 955mg (40%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 265

% Daily Value*

Serving 2slices
Calories 265kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12g 71%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 955mg 40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.