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The Easiest Oven Baked Bacon

This foolproof method for cooking bacon in the oven produces perfectly crispy results every single time without the messy stovetop splatters.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 8, 2026
The Easiest Oven Baked Bacon
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
25 minutes
Serves
4

I have spent years testing every bacon hack out there, from boiling it in water to coating it in flour. While some methods are fun to try, nothing beats the convenience and consistency of baking bacon on a sheet pan. It is the best way to cook for a crowd without standing over a hot stove.

My favorite thing about this method is how easy cleanup becomes. Using parchment paper or foil means you can just toss the mess away once you are finished. It cooks evenly and saves you from dealing with hot grease popping onto your skin.

Ingredients

  • 1 package of thick cut bacon
  • Parchment paper or aluminum foil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to catch the grease.

  3. 3

    Lay the bacon slices out in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they do not overlap too much.

  4. 4

    Place the pan in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on how crispy you like your bacon.

  5. 5

    Remove the pan from the oven carefully and transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess fat.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover cooked bacon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can reheat individual slices in the microwave for a few seconds or toss them back into a warm skillet to crisp them up again.

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