How to Make the Crispiest Brussel Sprouts (Fantastic Holiday Side Dish!)

crispy bacon brussel sprouts perfect for the holidays on a sheet pan served with balsamic honey glaze

How to Make the Crispiest Brussel Sprouts (Fantastic Holiday Side Dish!)

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Discover the secret to ultra-crispy bacon Brussels sprouts with this easy, low-prep recipe. Perfect for busy families and holiday gatherings, these sprouts are tossed with smoky bacon and a sweet balsamic honey glaze for a side dish everyone will love.

Servings: -8

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 45

Ingredients

1½ lbs brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil or reserved bacon fat
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika , (optional)
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prep the Brussels sprouts: Trim and halve them, then place them in a food processor. Pulse 2–3 times until slightly shredded but still chunky.
Cook the bacon: In a skillet, cook chopped bacon until it starts to crisp. Remove and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
Toss everything: In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, olive oil (or bacon fat), garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Roast: Spread evenly on the baking sheet, cut side down. Roast for 20 minutes.
Add bacon: Sprinkle bacon over the sprouts and roast for another 10–15 minutes until crispy and golden.
Finish with glaze: Whisk together balsamic vinegar and honey, then drizzle over the hot sprouts before serving.

Equipment

sheet pan, baking sheet

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 9gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 534mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1033IUVitamin C: 96mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg