Crispy Oven Bacon is made by arranging bacon strips on a wire rack set in a cold oven, then heating to render fat slowly and evenly. This hands-off technique eliminates splatter and produces uniform crispiness across every strip.
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Place a wire rack inside a baking sheet.
Arrange bacon strips in a single layer across the wire rack.
Place the baking sheet into a cold oven.
Set the oven temperature to 400°F.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the bacon reaches your desired level of crispiness.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bacon cool on the rack for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat on a sheet pan in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.
wire rack · sheet pan
Starting cold allows fat to render gradually and evenly as temperature rises, preventing rapid splattering and uneven browning that occurs with a hot pan or preheated oven.
No. The wire rack elevates bacon above the sheet pan, allowing heat to circulate underneath and render fat on both sides without flipping.
Bacon is ready when the edges are deep golden-brown and the strips are firm but still slightly flexible. Timing varies by thickness and oven calibration, typically 15–25 minutes.
Yes. This method is ideal for batch cooking. Cool strips on paper towels, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, and reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Most recipes use 400°F. Start the bacon in a cold oven and increase to 400°F, or preheat to 400°F before adding the cold bacon—both methods work.
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