Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts
These crowd-pleasing Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts are an incredibly delicious and versatile recipe that can be oven roasted or made in the air fryer to create your new favorite side dish or appetizer.
Servings: 8
Calories: 192kcal
Equipment
- cutting board
- large sheet pans
- Large frying pan
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 lb brussel sprouts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 slices bacon
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup shaved parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 425℉. If you have a convection oven, use that setting and set it to 400℉.
- Prepare the brussels sprouts by cutting off the very tip of the hard core, then remove any leaves that are falling off or discolored. Cut each brussels sprout in half through the core.1 lb brussel sprouts
- Add the brussel sprouts to a very large sheet pan and drizzle the olive oil over top. Toss well to completely coat. Sprinkle over the salt and pepper and toss again. Then, flip each brussels sprout so it's cut side down.2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Note: Be sure to leave room around each brussels sprout half so they can crisp up nicely. If necessary, split the brussel sprouts between two pans.
- Add the pan to the top third of the oven and cook for 15 minutes. Remove the pan and toss the brussel sprouts to flip (or flip each one individually), scattering them out to leave space again. Return to the oven and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes.
- While the brussel sprouts are cooking, cut the bacon into ½ inch pieces and cook in a large frying pan until very crispy. Remove to a paper towel to drain the grease.6 slices bacon
- Add the maple syrup and cayenne pepper to a small saucepan or frying pan and cook on medium heat until it begins to bubble and cook down, about 5 minutes. Stir in the apple cider vinegar, then remove from the heat to cool slightly.½ cup maple syrup, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Once the brussel sprouts are very crispy and browned, remove from the oven and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the maple syrup mixture and bacon pieces overtop and quickly toss to coat.
- Transfer to a platter (this helps them spread out and remain crispy), then top with shaved parmesan cheese flakes.¼ cup shaved parmesan cheese
- Serve immediately with a spoon or toothpicks.
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Notes
If the brussels sprouts are very large, they may need to be quartered rather than halved. Cooking time can vary by size and oven. Continue cooking until very crispy and browned.
Add dried cranberries and/or pecans, if desired.
This dish should be enjoyed shortly after preparing, as the brussels sprouts lose crispiness as time goes on.
Nutrition
Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 467mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 472IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 1mg
