Description
Twisted bacon strips cooked in the air fryer deliver a crispy outside with a chewy inside texture. This fun twist on classic bacon is easy to prepare, cooks quickly, and makes a perfect snack, side, or breakfast addition.
Ingredients
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12 ounces center-cut bacon slices (or regular; sliced in half if long)
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Optional: Salt and pepper for seasoning
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Optional for candied twist: 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and hot sauce dash
Instructions
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Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) if needed.
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Take one bacon strip and twist it tightly into a spiral rope shape. Repeat with all strips.
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Place twisted bacon in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping (in batches if needed).
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Optional: Season with salt and pepper.
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Air fry for 6-10 minutes for regular bacon, or 8-12 minutes for thicker or candied variants, flipping halfway to ensure even cooking.
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For candied bacon, brush with maple syrup and brown sugar mix, then air fry for an additional 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
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Remove bacon with tongs, drain on paper towels if desired, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 2-5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-12 minutes
- Category: Snack / Breakfast Side
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~2 twisted bacon strips (40g)
- Calories: 150-180 kcal
- Sugar: 0-3g (plain or candied)
- Sodium: 300-400mg
- Fat: 14-18g
- Saturated Fat: 5-7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0-4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8-10g
- Cholesterol: 30-40mg