Step 3: Mix the Secret Ingredient
In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of baking powder with a pinch of salt or your preferred seasoning. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the bacon slices. For best results, gently rub it in with your fingers or a brush to coat the bacon lightly.
Step 4: Arrange the Bacon
Lay the bacon slices flat on the wire rack or directly on the foil if you don’t have a rack. Ensure they don’t overlap, or the bacon will steam instead of crisp.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 15–20 minutes, checking around the 12-minute mark for your desired level of crispiness. Thick-cut bacon may require slightly longer.
Step 6: Drain and Rest
Once the bacon reaches your preferred crispiness, remove it from the oven and transfer the slices to a plate lined with paper towels. This drains excess grease and allows the bacon to crisp further as it cools.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
Serve your bacon hot, with the satisfying snap and crunch that comes from this simple baking powder trick. Use it for breakfast, sandwiches, salads, or even as a topping for baked potatoes—its versatility is endless.
Pro Tips for Extra Crispy Bacon
- Start Cold: Placing bacon in a cold oven helps the fat render slowly and evenly.
- Don’t Skip the Rack: A wire rack prevents the bacon from sitting in its own fat, ensuring a consistent crunch.
- Experiment with Seasonings: While the baking powder is the secret, a dash of brown sugar or smoked paprika can add a sweet or smoky twist.
- Storage: Store cooked bacon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
By adding just one teaspoon of baking powder, you can take your bacon from good to extraordinary. This tiny secret transforms your bacon into perfectly crisp slices every time, giving you that satisfying crunch without any guesswork. Say goodbye to chewy or unevenly cooked bacon and hello to the ultimate breakfast indulgence.
If you want, I can also create a stovetop method using the baking powder trick for when you don’t want to use the oven—it comes out just as crispy and flavorful.
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