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Crispy Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

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A quick and easy snack featuring tender asparagus wrapped in crispy bacon, cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish with a satisfying smoky flavor and crisp texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears (about 15–20 spears), trimmed
  • 10–12 slices bacon (thin or regular cut)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Optional: maple syrup for drizzling before air frying

Instructions

  1. Trim the asparagus by snapping or cutting off the tough woody ends (about 1-2 inches).
  2. In a mixing bowl, drizzle asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle garlic powder, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise.
  4. Group 3-4 asparagus spears together and wrap a half slice of bacon around the middle, tucking the end underneath to secure. Repeat for all asparagus.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C) for about 3 minutes.
  6. Place the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
  7. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping bundles halfway through cooking until bacon is crispy and asparagus is tender but not mushy. Add 1-2 minutes if extra crispiness is desired.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even crisping. Flipping halfway through cooking is important for uniform browning. If bacon is not crispy enough, broil for 1-2 minutes watching carefully. Thicker asparagus stalks may require additional cooking time. For a sweeter twist, drizzle maple syrup before air frying. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to restore crispiness.

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