Frozen Bacon in Air Fryer

Cook bacon in your air fryer straight from frozen, it's all done with just 8 minutes of cooking! Cook frozen bacon in air fryer for super crispy bacon, that's so easy to make.

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course

Cuisine North American

Diet Gluten Free

Cook Time 8

Preheating 5

Total Time 13

Servings

Calories 275kcal

Author Emmeline Kemperyd

Equipment

Air Fryer*
Kitchen tongs
1 paper towel

Ingredients

6 slices bacon

Instructions

Preheat air fryer by running it at 390°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Place frozen bacon in air fryer and air fry 4 minutes at 390°F (200°C), until thawed.
6 slices bacon
Separate the slices of bacon into a single layer. Air fry 2 minutes at 390°F (200°C).
Flip the bacon, and air fry 2 more minutes.
Remove bacon from the air fryer and place on parchment paper to crisp up.

Video

Notes

This recipe was tested in a Philips HD9252/90 Air Fryer* and a Ninja DZ401 DualZone XL Air Fryer*. Cook time can vary with your air fryer model.

If using thick cut bacon, lower the temperature to 360°F (180°C) and add 4-5 minutes to the cook time
Add a little bit of water to the bottom of your air fryer * basket, to avoid smoke
Preheat the air fryer * for best results
Don't defrost the bacon, cook it straight from frozen
If you have a small air fryer * - cut bacon in half before freezing, to make sure it fits
Separate bacon as soon as possible to allow for an even cook
Cook in a single layer once thawed
Cook time can vary with different air fryers
Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days

Nutrition