Description
Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these Brussels sprouts are roasted with smoky bacon and finished in a luscious maple glaze. The combination of caramelized edges, salty bacon, and sweet maple syrup makes this dish irresistible — perfect for holidays, weeknight dinners, or when you need a quick gourmet side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs (680 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and trim Brussels sprouts, cutting large ones in half. Toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- In a large oven-safe skillet or baking sheet, arrange chopped bacon and Brussels sprouts together. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until the sprouts are golden and crispy and bacon is rendered.
- While the sprouts roast, whisk maple syrup, Dijon mustard, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Remove roasted Brussels sprouts and bacon from the oven. Drizzle the warm maple glaze over them and toss gently to coat. Return to the oven for 5 more minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra bacon bits or chopped parsley. Serve hot as a side for roast chicken, steak, or holiday meals.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the maple glaze.
- Ensure the bacon is evenly distributed for optimal crispiness.
- Can be served as a side dish for various main courses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg