Here’s the foolproof way to make extra-crispy bacon every time (KETO-friendly)—no splatter, no sogginess 🥓🔥
🥓 Bacon That’s Extra Crispy Every Time (Keto)
Best Method: Oven-Baked Bacon
Ingredients
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Thick-cut bacon slices
(That’s it!)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven
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Set oven to 400°F (205°C).
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Prepare Pan
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Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
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Place a wire rack on top (optional but recommended for max crispiness).
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Arrange Bacon
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Lay bacon strips flat in a single layer—do not overlap.
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Bake
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Bake 18–25 minutes, depending on thickness, until deeply golden and crisp.
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Drain & Rest
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Transfer to paper towels for 1–2 minutes (it crisps more as it cools).
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Why This Works
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Even heat = even crisp
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Bacon fat renders slowly
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No curling, no burning
🔥 Alternate Crispy Methods
Air Fryer
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Temp: 390°F (200°C)
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Time: 8–12 minutes, flip once
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Perfect for small batches
Cold Pan Stovetop (Pro Trick)
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Place bacon in a cold pan
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Heat to medium
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Flip often until crisp
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Renders fat slowly for crunch
Extra-Crispy Tips
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Choose thick-cut bacon
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Avoid sugar-cured bacon
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Let bacon cool briefly before eating
Keto Bonus Uses
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Crumble on salads
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Bacon chips for dips
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BLT lettuce wraps
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Garnish for keto soups
