Roasted Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts are crispy and flavorful. Sweet and salty, this is the perfect side dish for any holiday or weeknight dinner!
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🌟Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Bacon makes everything better. Brussels sprouts are one of those vegetables that people either hate or love. Even if you're not the biggest fan, I think this recipe will make you enjoy them. If you love them, you will also enjoy my Air Fryer Frozen Brussels Sprouts, Pork Chops Sheet Pan Dinner and Roasted Cornish Hen Recipe.
- Sweet and salty. The bacon and maple syrup give this side dish the perfect mix of saltiness and sweetness. These Brussels sprouts are the perfect side dish for brunch, your weeknight dinner or Thanksgiving meal.
- Easy one-pan meal. Sheet pan recipes are great for busy days as they are mostly hands-off and allow you to get other things done while the food is cooking.
🥘Ingredients and Substitutions
- Brussels sprouts- this recipe uses fresh, whole Brussels sprouts but you can use pre-cut or even shredded brussels sprouts.
- Bacon- I love center-cut uncured bacon, but you can use your favorite. Turkey bacon would also be great in this recipe.
- Olive oil- just a little is needed to cook and caramelize the Brussels sprouts.
- Maple syrup- adds sweetness to the dish. I recommend real maple syrup, rather than imitation.
See the recipe card below for the remaining ingredients and quantities.
🔪Instructions
- If using whole brussels sprouts, cut them into halves or quarters lengthwise, depending on the size. Place brussels sprouts on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and season with spices.
- Place bacon strips on the other baking sheet. Put both sheet pans in the oven and set a timer for 12 minutes. Remove bacon from the oven, it will continue to crisp up while cooling.
- Remove grease from the bacon and crumble it into pieces with your hands or kitchen shears.
- Remove the brussels sprouts from the oven add them to a bowl with the bacon pieces, maple syrup and balsamic vinegar and mix to combine. Serve and enjoy!
💭Recipe FAQs
Why are my Brussels sprouts not crispy?
The key to crispy Brussels sprouts is high heat and enough oil to allow them to crisp up. I recommend roasting them at 425 degrees F and using enough olive oil to fully coat them.
Are Brussels sprouts cabbage?
While they appear similar to cabbage, Brussels sprouts taste more bitter and are grown on a stalk while cabbage grows similar to lettuce.
Are Brussels sprouts healthy?
Yes! While this recipe uses bacon, it is still full of plenty of vitamins, fiber and antioxidants.
👩🏻🍳Chef Tips
- Stovetop. This recipe can also be made on the stovetop. Cut bacon into pieces before cooking. Cook bacon over medium-low heat and cook until they are crisp. Pat them dry with a paper towel and cook the Brussels sprouts on medium heat for about 10-15 minutes. Season them with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix before serving.
- Storage. Store in an airtight container for a few days in the fridge. I don't recommend storing them in the freezer as the Brussels sprouts will become soft and mushy.
- Reheating. Reheat small batches in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, although they won't be as crisp. To reheat in the oven, preheat to 350 degrees F and roast on a baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes.
🥗Serving
Pair this recipe with my Dutch Oven Whole Chicken and Potatoes, Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken or Cranberry Orange Chicken Thighs for a great smaller Thanksgiving meal.
For dessert, serve this Olive Oil Oat Flour Cake, Dutch Oven Apple Crisp or Baked Maple Glazed Donuts.
More Side Dish Recipes
If you need even more side dish recipes, check out 21 Side Dishes for Pulled Pork, What to Serve with Burgers and Instant Pot Garlic Red Skin Mashed Potatoes.
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Roasted Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Roasted Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts are crispy and flavorful. Sweet and salty, this is the perfect side dish for any holiday or weeknight dinner!
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Servings: people
Calories: 76.3kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts, cut into halves or quarters depending on size
- 4 slices bacon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place brussels sprouts on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
- Place bacon strips on other lined baking sheet.
- Put both sheet pans in the oven and set a timer for 12 minutes. Remove bacon from the oven, it will continue to crisp up while cooling, and set a timer for another 10-15 minutes.
- Line a plate with paper towels and place bacon on top, topped with another layer of paper towels to remove some of the grease. Once cool, crumble the bacon into pieces with hands or kitchen shears.
- Remove brussels sprouts from the oven, add them to a bowl with the bacon pieces, maple syrup and balsamic vinegar and mix to combine. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Stovetop. This recipe can also be made on the stovetop. Cut bacon into pieces before cooking. Cook bacon over medium-low heat and cook until they are crisp. Pat them dry with a paper towel and cook the Brussels sprouts on medium heat for about 10-15 minutes. Season them with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix before serving.
- Storage. Store in an airtight container for a few days in the fridge. I don't recommend storing them in the freezer as the Brussels sprouts will become soft and mushy.
- Reheating. Reheat small batches in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, although they won't be as crisp. To reheat in the oven, preheat to 350 degrees F and roast on a baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 76.3kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.55g | Protein: 3.93g | Fat: 1.34g | Saturated Fat: 0.46g | Cholesterol: 0.95mg | Sodium: 322.16mg | Potassium: 463.05mg | Fiber: 4.38g | Sugar: 6.1g | Vitamin A: 855.7IU | Vitamin C: 96.39mg | Calcium: 55.19mg | Iron: 1.66mg
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
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Lisa Huff says
You had me at bacon! But seriously, what a great combo with the maple, bacon, and Brussels sprouts. Perfect for the holidays!
Sarah Holt says
I love this combo, so perfect for the holidays!
Beth says
My husband and daughter's boyfriend are going to absolutely love this recipe! I can't wait to make this! Looks so delicious and so tasty!
Sarah Holt says
Who wouldn't love it?! Bacon makes everything better 🙂
Carrie Robinson says
This has to be the most perfect flavor combo for Brussels sprouts! 🙂 Looks so good.
Sarah Holt says
Makes eating them much more enjoyable 🙂
Tara says
Oh wow! What a flavorful side perfect for the holidays. Such minimal effort too. Love the addition of that crispy bacon.
Sarah Holt says
Love minimal effort dishes, thanks Tara!
Emily Liao says
This is now one of my favorite ways to cook Brussels sprouts! That maple bacon combo is just too good.
Sarah Holt says
such a good one!