1. Preheating the Air Fryer: It’s important to preheat the air fryer to ensure even cooking. Set the air fryer temperature to 375°F and let it preheat for about 3-5 minutes.

2. Preparing the Bacon: Arrange the bacon slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure not to overlap them to achieve even crispiness. If needed, you can cut the bacon slices in half to fit better.

3. Cooking Time and Temperature: For regular bacon, cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes. Thick-cut bacon may need 10-12 minutes, while turkey bacon takes about 7-8 minutes. Flip the bacon halfway through the cooking time for bacon to ensure it cooks evenly. Adjust the air fryer temperature as needed based on your preference.

4. Draining and Serving: Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain bacon and remove excess grease. Serving air fryer bacon is easy—pair it with eggs, toast, or use it in salads and sandwiches. Enjoy your crispy bacon right away.