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    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus (with Video)

    Published: Mar 21, 2019 · Modified: Jun 7, 2020 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is an easy side or appetizer that can be made in less than 20 minutes. Tender crisp asparagus wrapped in bacon glazed with butter and brown sugar. Sweet and salty at it’s finest!

    Asparagus wrapped in bacon that was cooked in the Air Fryer on a white plate

    Bacon wrapped asparagus is the best way to eat asparagus in my humble opinion. Bacon makes everything better right? And the air fryer makes this recipe super easy. Everything comes out perfectly crisp like these air fryer potatoes and air fryer broccoli. 

    Ingredients you will need: 

    You only need asparagus, bacon, butter and brown sugar! That’s it, except a little s&p for seasoning. 

    How to choose the best asparagus:

    Size doesn’t matter when it comes to choosing the perfect asparagus. I do prefer mine on the thinner side. I think it makes them easier to eat and cook. 

    Check for bright green stalks that are firm. The tips of the asparagus should also be firm and dark green. 

    How to Make Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Air Fryer

    • Begin by snapping or cutting the ends off of the asparagus. I just hold the stalks close to the base and then bend until it snaps. You can also just cut off the ends with a knife. 

    Bacon wrapped around asparagus on a plate

    • Take 3-4 stalks of asparagus and wrap with one piece of bacon. 
    • Stir together melted butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper. 
    • Brush the mixture over each bundle and place in the air fryer basket. 

    Melted butter and brown sugar in a bowl with bacon wrapped around asparagus

    • Set the temperature to 390 degrees and cook for 10 minutes.

    Bacon wrapped asparagus cooked in Air Fryer

    Why this recipe works:

    • It’s easy peasy! 
    • Can be made in under 20 minutes.
    • It looks fancy but is super simple to make. 

    Tips 

    • Use center cut or thin sliced bacon. Thicker bacon will not crisp up as nice. 
    • Don’t over crowd the air fryer. I usually cook 4-5 bundles in at a time. 
    • Like a little spice, add a small sprinkle of cayenne pepper into the melted butter mixture. 

    Bacon wrapped asparagus on a white plate

    You may need…

    If you don’t have an Air Fryer I highly recommend them! We use ours throughout the week for lots of different things! This is the Air Fryer I use and love from Amazon. 

    More Air Fryer Recipes You Might Enjoy

    • Air Fryer Chicken Breast
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    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

    Sweet, salty and oh so tasty, this asparagus recipe makes a great addition to any dinner. Serve alongside your favorite protein or even as an appetizer. 

    Watch how to make this recipe below.


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    Bacon wrapped asparagus on plate.
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    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

    Bacon wrapped asparagus made in the air fryer. 
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: bacon wrapped asparagus, asparagus, air fryer
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 239kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb asparagus
    • 12 pieces center cut bacon
    • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
    • 1 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt
    • 1/8 teaspoons ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Wrap 3-4 asparagus stalks with one piece of bacon.  Continue making bundles until no more bacon. 
    • In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper. 
    • Spray air fryer basket with non- stick spray. Brush brown sugar mixture on each asparagus bacon bundle.
    • Place 4-5 bundles in air fryer basket and cook at 390 degrees for 10 minutes. 
      Remove and serve, cook remaining bundles. 

    Notes

    • Use center cut or thin sliced bacon. Thicker bacon will not crisp up as nice. 
    • Don't over crowd the air fryer. I usually cook 4-5 bundles in at a time. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 375mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 705IU | Vitamin C: 4.2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.8mg
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    Comments

    1. Becca

      November 23, 2022 at 1:57 am

      Can you make ahead (day before?) & keep warm in a crockpot. Trying to plan ahead for the holidays.

      Reply
      • heather

        November 23, 2022 at 3:31 pm

        The asparagus might get a little soggy if you prep a day ahead with this. You could assemble them, cover and keep in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

        Reply
    2. Judy Kincy

      June 29, 2022 at 11:55 pm

      I made this tonight it was really good!!!

      Reply
    3. Brooke

      October 17, 2021 at 12:20 am

      3 stars
      Temp was too high, caused the air fryer to smoke. Adjusted to 325 and added some time.

      Reply
      • Melinda

        May 15, 2022 at 11:36 pm

        It’s not to high.. it’s the grease hitting the metal. If you stick bread in the bottom of your air fryer it will soak up the grease and prevent less smoke.

        Reply
    4. Carol A Hudson

      July 28, 2021 at 3:50 pm

      5 stars
      FABULOUS!!!

      Reply
    5. Susan

      April 03, 2021 at 2:51 pm

      5 stars
      Looking for ways to fix fresh Asparagus. Found your recipe this morning before I got breakfast going. Since my motto is “everything is better with bacon” , I jumped @ the chance to try it.
      Oh my goodness, the air fryer did amazing job but the secret is in your melted butter/brown sugar & spices. ! !
      One word on this recipe . . . DELICIOUS 😋
      Yes, I fixed this with two eggs & toast. Great start to the day 🌞

      Reply
    6. Rebecca Scott

      January 22, 2021 at 12:35 am

      looks delicious

      Reply
    7. David Wiffin

      December 12, 2020 at 12:21 am

      5 stars
      Great recipe thanks

      Reply
    8. Matt Freund

      December 01, 2020 at 10:03 pm

      Looks good

      Reply
    9. Linda Moore

      June 04, 2020 at 10:07 pm

      4 stars
      We loved the flavor but the asparagus was tough.

      Reply
    10. K

      December 20, 2019 at 9:05 pm

      Huge thumbs up. Wonderful flavor. Took more like 13-14 minutes but well worth the wait.

      Reply
    11. Jocelyn

      March 22, 2019 at 5:55 pm

      5 stars
      What a great appetizer! And now I definitely need an air fryer!!!

      Reply
    12. Andie Thueson

      March 21, 2019 at 9:42 pm

      5 stars
      I see these recipes and it makes me want an Air Fryer so bad!! These look delish!

      Reply
    13. Steph

      March 21, 2019 at 3:59 pm

      5 stars
      My kids at the entire batch of this asparagus! Thank you!

      Reply
    14. Suzy

      March 21, 2019 at 3:36 pm

      5 stars
      The way this turns out is top notch! My new favorite side or appetizer.

      Reply
    15. Toni

      March 21, 2019 at 2:48 pm

      5 stars
      My kids ate it!! Such a huge win!

      Reply
    16. Rachael Yerkes

      March 21, 2019 at 2:23 pm

      5 stars
      Best appetizer for bbq season

      Reply

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