Description
Honey Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon brings crispy, caramelized goodness straight from your oven to the dinner table. Salty bacon and sweet honey create a delightful combo that makes these sprouts totally addictive.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
- 4 slices bacon
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Chop 4 slices of bacon into small pieces. Cook them in a skillet at medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, keeping 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.
- Trim 1 pound of Brussels sprouts and slice them precisely in half. Place the halved sprouts in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper over your Brussels sprouts. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure even coating.
- Heat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Spread the seasoned Brussels sprouts across the baking sheet in a single layer. Ensure they are not overcrowded to help them crisp perfectly.
- Roast the sprouts for 20-25 minutes, using tongs to flip them halfway through cooking. Watch for golden-brown edges and caramelized surfaces.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the crispy bacon pieces over the roasted Brussels sprouts and gently mix.
- Transfer to a serving dish immediately. For an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle a small amount of additional honey on top before serving.
Notes
- Bacon grease adds incredible flavor, so don’t drain it completely when cooking the bacon.
- Select Brussels sprouts that are similar in size to ensure even roasting and consistent texture.
- For a vegetarian version, replace bacon with chopped almonds or sunflower seeds for crunch and protein.
- Always use fresh garlic powder for maximum flavor, as stale spices can make the dish taste flat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-32 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 156 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 326 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg