Toaster Oven Bacon
Learn how to make crispy bacon in toaster oven in minutes! This easy method delivers perfectly cooked bacon without the mess.
Servings 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces thin-cut bacon
Instructions
- Preheat toaster oven to 425°F. Place a cooking rack over a small pan to catch drippings. Spread out bacon strips in a single layer.12 ounces thin-cut bacon
- Cook the bacon for 12-15 minutes. Transfer the bacon strips onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease.
Notes
Storage: Store leftover toaster oven bacon in an airtight container for up to five days. To reheat, transfer the bacon from the toaster oven to a dry small skillet and warm over medium-high heat, stirring often.
Helpful Tips:
- Use a rack – Elevating the bacon allows the air to circulate for even crispiness and prevents it from sitting in excess grease.
- Save the bacon grease – Store it in a jar for cooking eggs, roasting veggies, or adding flavor to dishes. If using good quality bacon, it is a healthy fat, much like beef tallow. If you save the bacon fat, don't line the pan with parchment paper and pour the fat into a jar while still warm.
- Watch closely - Bacon can go from perfectly crispy to burnt quickly, so keep an eye on it in the last couple of minutes of cooking time.
- Preheat for best results - While not always necessary, preheating the toaster oven helps the bacon cook more evenly and crisp up faster.
Nutrition
Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 563mg | Potassium: 168mg | Vitamin A: 31IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.3mg