Brussels sprouts with bacon are roasted in a mixture of maple syrup and olive oil, resulting in a crispy, caramelized side dish that’s quick and easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners. The Brussels sprouts take on a nutty flavor during the roasting process, and the salty bacon is a delightful contrast with the sweet maple syrup — who knew Brussels sprouts with bacon could ever taste this good?
Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::20 mins
Total Time::30 mins
Servings::6
Ingredients
1 pound whole Brussels sprouts
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Directions
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
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Trim ends off Brussels sprouts and cut any large ones in half. Transfer to a large bowl.
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Add bacon, salt, and pepper to the Brussels spouts. Drizzle olive oil and maple syrup over top and toss until sprouts are well coated.
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Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread in a single layer.
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Roast in the preheated oven until bacon is crispy and Brussels sprouts are caramelized, 20 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
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Editor's Note
The cooking time has been reduced to 20 to 30 minutes based on review feedback. The original cooking time was 45 minutes.