Air Fryer Bacon Twists – Viral Recipe
Viral air fryer bacon twists! Crispy, twisted bacon strips cooked to perfection – easy, delicious, and irresistibly fun to eat!
My family and I are all huge fans of bacon. Regular or thick cut bacon, plain or candied maple bacon, we don’t care.
I have wrapped shrimp, hot dogs, chicken tenders, and asparagus with it. Breakfast sandwiches are always better with bacon. And of course, we sprinkle it on everything from soup to deviled eggs.
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Today I am sharing another bacon recipe with you. This one is inspired by the viral TikTok recipe and you are going love these delicious little curls of bacon goodness.
This twisted bacon recipe could be made in the microwave or you could bake it in the oven, but I think I get the best flavor and texture when I air fry it. The end result is always perfectly crispy bacon twists with chewy centers.
I highly recommend you make extra because you may find you have eaten all of the twists yourself and left none for your family. From experience, I can tell you it is very easy to eat way too many of them! Let’s get started.
Air Fryer Bacon Twists
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Serving Size: 3 servings
Ingredients
- Slices of thick cut bacon
Instructions
1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
2. Take each slice of bacon and twist it into a spiral shape.
3. Place the twisted bacon in the air fryer basket, ensuring that the twists are not overlapping. Cook in batches if needed.
4. Cook the bacon in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes, or until the bacon reaches your desired level of crispiness.
5. Once the bacon is crispy and golden brown, remove it from the air fryer and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess bacon grease.
7. Let the twisted bacon cool for a few minutes before serving.
Recipe Notes
- You can use any type of bacon you prefer, such as thick-cut, maple-glazed, or even turkey bacon.
- Make sure to twist the bacon tightly before placing it in the air fryer basket to help prevent it from unraveling.
- Feel free to experiment with different seasonings such as garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, or chili flakes to customize the flavor of your bacon twists. You could also try adding a glaze made with maple syrup or honey.
- You can prepare the twisted bacon ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat it in the air fryer for a few minutes before serving to regain its crispiness.
- Twisted bacon makes a great accompaniment to breakfast dishes like scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, or breakfast sandwiches. It also adds a crispy, flavorful touch to salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards.
Be sure to check out all the other air fryer recipes throughout the blog, from appetizers and sides to delicious main dishes. There is something for everyone!
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Air Fryer Bacon Twists – Viral Recipe
Ingredients
- 9 slices bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Take each slice of bacon and twist it into a spiral shape.
- Place the twisted bacon in the air fryer basket, ensuring that the twists are not overlapping. Cook in batches if needed.
- Cook the bacon in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes, or until the bacon reaches your desired level of crispiness.
- Once the bacon is crispy and golden brown, remove it from the air fryer and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess bacon grease.
- Let the twisted bacon cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use any type of bacon you prefer, such as thick-cut, maple-glazed, or even turkey bacon.
- Make sure to twist the bacon tightly before placing it in the air fryer basket to help prevent it from unraveling.
- Feel free to experiment with different seasonings such as garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, or chili flakes to customize the flavor of your bacon twists. You could also try adding a glaze made with maple syrup or honey.
- You can prepare the twisted bacon ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat it in the air fryer for a few minutes before serving to regain its crispiness.
- Twisted bacon makes a great accompaniment to breakfast dishes like scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, or breakfast sandwiches. It also adds a crispy, flavorful touch to salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards.
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