How to Cook Bacon in the Oven

Easily learn how to cook bacon in the oven in only 20 minutes from start to finish. You’ll likely never want to cook bacon another way!

Why this recipe works

Once you figure out how to cook bacon in the oven, there’s no going back. Much like air fryer bacon, it’s an easier method of making crispy, delicious bacon in a hands-off approach. Think of the air fryer version as a great way to make small batches and the oven method as a way to make large batches.

Why bake bacon instead of sizzling it in an open pan? Because it’s a lot quicker and way less messy. So say goodbye to grease splatter all over the countertop and oven grates. Simply line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, bake for 10-15 minutes, transfer to paper towels to drain, then wrap up the foil and toss the greasy remains straight into the garbage.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

BACON – When it comes to what kind of bacon you should use, the answer is simply whatever is your favorite. We stuck to classic-cut bacon, but thick-cut works as well. The bake time will depend on the thickness of your bacon slices.

SEASONING – The seasoning is completely optional. Over here, we like to season it with different flavors. We’ve used Montreal Steak Seasoning, a bourbon smokehouse flavored seasoning and many others. Play around with it and experiment with different seasonings if desired, or, simply omit the seasonings altogether.

How to Cook Bacon in the Oven

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
2. Lay bacon on the baking sheet so they are not touching each other.
3. If you like, season the bacon with Montreal Steak Seasoning. This is purely optional.
4. Cook in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, keeping an eye on it and taking it out when it looks done. All ovens vary as do the thickness of bacon slices.
5. Drain on paper towels.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

Yes, you can use turkey bacon for this recipe! Keep in mind that turkey bacon will be done cooking a lot quicker because the fat content much lower. Check on it in the oven around the 7-8 minute mark.

Store leftover bacon in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm and crisp from the oven alongside other breakfast classics like eggs, pancakes, French toast, waffles, and so much more. Making bacon in the oven is also great for crumbling into salads, pasta dishes, and casseroles.

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• Bacon Twists
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• Bacon Wrapped Lil Smokies
• Bacon Three Cheese Potatoes
• Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

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