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    Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

    Published: Nov 22, 2022 by Kate

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    Plate of Brussels sprouts with maple syrup and bacon.
    Plate of sprouts with text: Roasted Maple and Bacon Brussels Sprouts.

    Roasted Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts are super easy to make and have a wonderful flavor! This is seriously the BEST way to serve up sprouts. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or as a tasty side dish.

    Looking down at a wooden table with a serving dish of maple bacon brussels sprouts.
    Roasted Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

    Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts are our favorite holiday side dish. They're just so tasty!

    If you're looking for a way to make roasted Brussels sprouts extra tasty, then you're going to love this recipe.

    Just roast up your sprouts, then slather them in chopped cooked bacon rashers and drizzle with maple syrup.

    This recipe is perfect for people who think that they don't like Brussels sprouts. Roasting them makes them slightly crispy outside and tender inside. Then they're tossed with rich maple syrup and salty smokey bacon.

    Holiday side dish perfection!

    Serve them with Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, Pineapple Stuffing, Microwave Green Bean Casserole, or Arkansas Green Beans with Bacon. Then add some Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes or Truffle Mashed Potatoes and you have the BEST easy, tasty holiday meal.

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    • Ingredients
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    Why Make This Recipe

    • Maple and bacon are the perfect flavors to make Brussels sprouts extra special.
    • It's a family-friendly holiday side dish with sweetness that the kids will love.
    • The sweetness of the maple syrup is balanced by the salty, smokey bacon and the earthy brussel sprouts.
    • You start with roasted sprouts, which is a great way to cook them.

    Ingredients

    • Brussels Sprouts. Seasonal fresh brussels sprouts are perfect in this dish. Look for sprouts that aren't too brown with wilted leaves, for freshness.
    • Bacon. Choose smoked or unsmoked, if you prefer, rashers of thick cut bacon.
    • Maple Syrup. Maple syrup adds a wonderful sweet flavor, that works perfectly in contrast to the bacon. It turns into a delicious glaze on the sprouts.
    • Olive Oil. Oil helps the sprouts to roast perfectly.
    • Salt + Pepper. A pinch of seasoning lifts this dish and adds to the flavor.

    Please scroll down to the recipe card below for the full quantities.

    Instructions

    Wondering how to make this maple bacon brussels sprouts recipe? It's easy!

    Just follow this step-by-step photo tutorial. Then, scroll down for the recipe card for the full ingredients list and recipe method.

    Cutting brussels sprouts.

    Prepare the Brussells sprouts: First, you'll need to trim the base of the sprouts, as it can brown a bit. Then peel off any wilting of browning leaves. If some of the sprouts are large, cut them in half through the base.

    Brussels sprouts in a bowl.

    Roast the sprouts: Toss the prepped sprouts with oil, salt, and pepper. Then spread it out evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes or until golden and beginning to get crispy.

    Sprouts roasted on a baking sheet.

    Meanwhile, cook the bacon: While the sprouts are roasting, cook the bacon in a frying pan over low heat until crisp, then pat dry with paper towels and chop it up.

    Cooking bacon in a skillet.

    Assemble the maple bacon brussels sprouts: Drizzle the roasted Brussels sprouts with the maple and sprinkle with the cooked chopped bacon. Return to the oven for 5 minutes so it all caramelizes together, then serve warm.

    Plate of brussels sprouts with maple syrup and cooked bacon.

    Cook's Tips

    Cooking the brussels sprouts separately from the bacon is important because they cook at different times.

    The maple syrup is added after roasting the sprouts, otherwise, it could burn in the roasting pan.

    Variations

    Try adding a dash of cayenne pepper to add another layer of flavor to the sprouts.

    Swap the sprouts for cauliflower, broccoli, or a mix of the two!

    Instead of maple syrup, use honey for a different sweet flavor.

    Storage & Freezing

    Storage: Store your maple bacon sprouts in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    Reheating: Reheat in a saute pan on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring often.

    Freezing: Freezing is not recommended for this dish, since the textures won't be as nice as fresh.

    Holiday Side Dishes

    If you're looking for more great Thanksgiving or Christmas side dishes, be sure to try these!

    • Pineapple Stuffing
    • Jiffy Corn Casserole
    • Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
    • Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

    More Brussels Sprout Recipes

    • Microwave Brussels Sprouts
    • Brussels Sprouts Filo Pie
    • Roasted Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
    • Beer Battered Deep Fried Brussels Sprouts
    Wooden table with a serving dish of maple bacon brussels sprouts.

    FAQs

    Are Brussels sprouts miniature cabbages?

    No! Although they are both from the same family, sprouts aren't baby cabbages. Cabbages grow out of the ground, while Brussels sprouts grow on a long stalk.

    What is the best way to cook Brussels sprouts?

    Our favorite way is roasted. It stops them from becoming soggy and they get a wonderful crispy exterior and tender inside.

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    Close up of a plate of maple bacon brussels sprouts.

    Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

    Roasted Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts are the BEST way to serve up sprouts. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or as a tasty side dish.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: maple bacon brussels sprouts, roasted brussels sprouts
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 160kcal
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    Equipment

    • Rimmed baking sheet
    • Bowl
    • Frying Pan

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon each salt and black pepper
    • 4 rashers of bacon
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
    • Trim the Brussels sprouts and cut larger ones in half, then place them into a bowl with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
    • Spread the Brussels sprouts onto a baking sheet in a single layer and bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until golden on the edges and cooked through. Smaller sprouts will need less time.
    • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a frying pan over a low heat until crisp, then pat dry with paper towels and chop it up.
    • Drizzle the roasted Brussels sprouts with the maple and sprinkle with the cooked chopped bacon. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
    Tried this recipe?Head down to the comments and give it a star rating!

    Notes

    Cooking the brussels sprouts separately from the bacon is important because they cook at different times.
    The maple syrup is added after roasting the sprouts, otherwise, it could burn in the roasting pan.
    Variations
    Try adding a dash of cayenne pepper to add another layer of flavor to the sprouts.
    Swap the sprouts for cauliflower, broccoli, or a mix of the two!
    Instead of maple syrup, use honey for a different sweet flavor.
    Storage & Freezing
    Storage: Store your maple bacon sprouts in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    Reheating: Reheat in a saute pan on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring often.
    Freezing: Freezing is not recommended for this dish, since the textures won't be as nice as fresh.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium: 907mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1710IU | Vitamin C: 193mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 3mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Carrie Robinson

      November 22, 2022 at 12:38 pm

      5 stars
      I just love roasted Brussels sprouts! And this recipe sounds delicious. 🙂

      Reply
    2. Toni

      November 22, 2022 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      This is definitely the best way to enjoy brussels sprouts especially for the holidays! Such an elegant side dish!

      Reply
    3. Gina Abernathy

      November 22, 2022 at 3:29 pm

      5 stars
      My favorite side dish. I've made this twice and plan to make again soon.

      Reply
    4. Mahy

      November 24, 2022 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      I cook my brussels sprouts so often, that I had never even challenged my go-to recipe. Then I saw this! So glad I tried it because it was incredible!

      Reply
    5. Suki

      November 26, 2022 at 3:07 pm

      5 stars
      I just love this way of cooking sprouts and it was a big hit with everyone for Thanksgiving!

      Reply

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