Yes, you can! It’s best to stick with all-purpose flour, although it may be fun to experiment with other flours, like rice flour or cornstarch. My sister-in-law uses gluten free flour and as she told me, it works just fine. Honestly, just use any type of flour that will absorb moisture – so it can create a crispy coating.
How to Make the Crispiest Bacon: Step-by-Step
Below is the process on how to make the crispiest bacon of your life. It is very easy, but you should prepare for it beforehand, which I know we don’t always have time for. But trust me, my kids and my husband, it’s worth it! Ha!
Ingredients:
- Bacon strips (2–3 per person)
- All-purpose flour (or your preferred type of flour)
- Parchment paper
- Beeswax wrap or an additional piece of parchment paper

Instructions:
The Night Before: