Here’s how to make perfect roasted bacon — crispy, evenly cooked, and hands-off 🥓🔥
Roasted Bacon
Yields: 4–6 servings (depending on thickness)
Time: 15–20 minutes
Ingredients
- Bacon slices (regular or thick-cut)
- Optional: black pepper, brown sugar, maple syrup, or chili flakes for flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven
Preheat to 200°C / 400°F. - Prepare baking sheet
Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top if you want the bacon extra crispy and fat-drained. - Arrange bacon
Lay bacon slices in a single layer, without overlapping. - Add optional flavoring
Sprinkle black pepper, brown sugar, or drizzle maple syrup if desired. - Roast
Bake 15–20 minutes, depending on thickness and desired crispiness. Check around 12–15 minutes for thin slices. - Drain & serve
Transfer cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease. Serve immediately.
Tips & Variations
- Thick-cut bacon: May need 20–25 minutes.
- Chewy bacon: Bake closer to 12–15 minutes.
- Even cooking: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking.
- Storage: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days; reheat in the oven for 5–7 minutes for crispiness.
I can also give a sheet-pan bacon recipe with maple glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven.
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