Irresistibly caramelized on the outside and tender on the inside, these easy roasted Bacon Brussels Sprouts are jeweled with pieces of crispy bacon and glazed with pure maple syrup. Sweet, salty, and savory, they’re an easy upgrade from the usual Roasted Brussels Sprouts!
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Why You’ll Love This Roasted Bacon Brussels Sprouts Recipe
- The Most Irresistible Brussels Sprouts. I try to temper how aggressively I toot my own horn around here, but I must tell you that not one but two toddlers ate their entire serving of these bacon Brussels sprouts and asked for second helpings. Turns out the secret to making Brussels sprouts absolutely irresistible is adding bacon and maple syrup.
- Simple But Special. Party guests or next-level weeknight at home—any occasion is the right occasion for this Brussels sprouts bacon recipe. They combine Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts with the glaze factor of Balsamic Brussels Sprouts into one stand-out side dish.
- Super Easy. What makes these roasted bacon Brussels sprouts perfect for parties and weeknights is the fact that they’re practically effortless to put together. The ingredients are simple and the prep work is done in a matter of minutes!
Tip!
To roast a medley of vegetables, and for more tips and seasoning suggestions, check out my ultimate guide to Oven Roasted Vegetables.
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“My husband said he liked this version better than the one we had at our favorite restaurant. The recipe was simple and the results were great!”
— Lisa —
How to Make Bacon Brussels Sprouts
The Ingredients
- Brussels Sprouts. Once roasted, Brussels sprouts become delightfully crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside.
- Bacon. Makes anything better (hello, Bacon Wrapped Asparagus). As the bacon pieces bake, they become dark and crispy and impart scrumptious flavor onto the Brussels sprouts.
- Maple Syrup. Coats the Brussels sprout in sweet, sticky, caramelized goodness, making them universally appealing (even to picky toddlers).
- Olive Oil. Helps the Brussels sprouts to caramelize and keeps them from burning.
- Salt + Pepper. A pinch of each for flavor. I’m going to add even more black pepper next time (feel free to do so the first time you try the recipe too).
The Directions
- Prepare. Line your baking sheet with foil for easy clean-up, then place the Brussels sprouts in the center.
- Add Bacon. Slice the bacon strips, and lay them on top of the Brussels sprouts.
- Toss. Add oil, syrup, and seasoning. Toss to coat, then spread the Brussels sprouts into an even layer, scattering the bacon somewhat evenly.
- Cook. Bake bacon Brussels sprouts for 20 to 30 minutes at 400 degrees F (the high heat is key) until the sprouts and the bacon are crisp. ENJOY!
Recipe Variations
- Bacon Brussels Sprouts With Balsamic. After the Brussels sprouts are done roasting, drizzle them with a syrupy balsamic glaze to add some sweet-and-tangy flavor.
- Brussels Sprouts With Bacon and Onion. To add onions to the mix, cut thick slices of red onion and toss them with the Brussels sprouts and bacon before roasting.
- Brussels Sprouts With Bacon and Honey. Swap the maple syrup for honey to give this recipe a slightly different spin.
- Garlic Bacon Brussels Sprouts. Add large-chopped pieces of garlic to your sheet pan. See Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic for more tips.
Storage Tips
- To Store. Place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To Reheat. Add leftover cooked Brussels sprouts to a lightly oiled baking sheet. Rewarm in the oven at 350 degrees F for 5 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat them in the air fryer (I don’t recommend the microwave, as they become soggy).
- To Freeze. Because they can become soggy, I don’t recommend freezing roasted Brussels sprouts. However, if you end up with lots left over, you certainly can freeze them and live with a softer result. Let roasted frozen Brussels sprouts thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat as directed above.
Leftover Ideas
Leftover bacon Brussels sprouts are a tasty addition to Pumpkin Mac and Cheese or a bowl of Creamy Polenta.
What to Serve with Bacon Brussels Sprouts
- Poultry. Serve alongside your Roast Turkey on Thanksgiving, or pair with these easy Chicken Thighs in the Oven for a weeknight dinner.
- Beef and Pork. Brussels sprouts and this Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin or Air Fryer Steak are a match made in heaven.
- Seafood. The only thing I might love more than Brussels sprouts is salmon! Try pairing bacon Brussels spouts with my favorite Bourbon Glazed Salmon or Cedar Plank Salmon.
- Pasta. Looking for carbohydrates? Pair bacon Brussels spouts with maple syrup with this Brussels Sprouts Mac and Cheese for double the Brussels and double the goodness!
More Ways to Elevate Brussels Sprouts
For more “fancy” Brussels sprouts recipes, try these Brussels Sprouts Chips and Smashed Brussels Sprouts.
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
- Rimmed Baking Sheets. The ultimate tool for roasting veggies.
- Sharp Chef’s Knife. A sharp, sturdy knife is ideal for slicing Brussels sprouts.
- Non-Slip Cutting Board. This non-slip cutting board won’t move around while you’re cutting and chopping.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Line Your Baking Pan. Be sure to line your baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easier clean up. That maple syrup gets sticky, so while you can make this recipe without lining the pan first, you’ll likely need to scrape some sprouts off and do some scrubbing when it’s time to tackle the dishes.
- Make Them Extra Crispy. For even better crisping, flip the Brussels sprouts so that they are all cut side down on your sheet pan. More surface area exposed to the hot pan means more crispy goodness.
- Don’t Throw Out the Loose Leaves. When you’re trimming the Brussels sprouts, some leaves will inevitably come loose. Don’t throw them away! They get gloriously crispy when roasted, kind of like kale chips but actually delicious. (Sorry, kale chips.)
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and cut in half lengthwise
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up, and place the Brussels sprouts in the center. (If you prefer not to use foil, cook the Brussels sprouts directly on the pan or use a silicone baking mat.)
- Cut the bacon crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces. Place them on top of the Brussels sprouts.
- Drizzle the pan with olive oil and maple syrup and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Gently mix until the Brussels sprouts are evenly coated, then spread them into a single layer on the baking sheet, breaking apart the bacon and scattering it evenly throughout. For even better crisping, flip the Brussels sprouts so that they are all cut side down.
- Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until the Brussels sprouts are lightly charred on the outside, tender in the center, and the bacon is crisp. Note that the outer leaves of the Brussels sprouts will be very dark (this is the caramelized maple syrup; they taste amazing). Watch carefully towards the end of the baking time, as the total time will vary based on the size of your sprouts. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as desired. Enjoy hot.
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Notes
- TO STORE: Place cooked Brussels sprouts in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Add leftover cooked Brussels sprouts to a lightly oiled baking sheet. Rewarm in the oven at 350°F for 5 or so minutes, until heated through. You can also reheat them on a plate in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- TO FREEZE: Because they can become soggy, I don’t recommend freezing roasted Brussels sprouts. However, if you end up with lots leftover, you certainly can freeze them. Place cooked Brussels sprouts in an airtight, freezer-safe container and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let roasted frozen Brussels sprouts thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat as directed above.
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The first time I made this recipe, my husband surprised me with…I thought I like Brussels sprouts before, but you’ve made me like them more. He really enjoyed them. I’ve added my touch to the recipe and when I have them on hand I add saute sliced mushrooms (another of my husband’s favorite foods). He likes the sprouts better with the mushrooms.
Donna, I am so so pleased to hear that this recipe was a hit with you both. Thank you for sharing this wonderful review!
My mother and father love Brussels Sprouts. Me not so much. I’ll eat them sliced thin and raw in a slaw but not cooked. I assume you used fresh Brussels Sprouts. Have you tried your recipe with frozen sprouts? I ask because frozen ones are available year round and I have two bags I accidentally purchased in my freezer. I’m up for trying what sounds like a tasty recipe.
Hi AnneS! I actually have a recipe for Roasted Frozen Brussels Sprouts on my site, and you could adapt it to include the maple syrup and bacon pieces. I hope this helps!
Followed your suggestion and tried combining the Roasted Frozen Brussels sprouts recipe and the maple and bacon to get the same flavor profile. Nope. Skip the frozen stick with fresh. The texture of the cooked frozen Brussels Sprouts were too soft and mushy. The looked lovely though. Not sure how they tasted. I could not get beyond the texture. Tossed them and went with steamed cabbage and carrots with baby lima beans for our veg.
Hi Angela! I’m sorry to hear that the frozen sprouts didn’t turn out as you’d hoped. I hope you’ll decide to try the recipe again with fresh Brussels sprouts!
I made these with frozen spouts and they worked just fine! let them thaw for about 5 minutes so they were easier to cut in half, then tossed with bacon, oil, salt, and syrup, and roasted
Thank you for all the great recipes. Can you tell me what kind of meat or main dish would pair great with the Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts as a side dish?
Definitely, Jen! I think these would be delicious with Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes, Baked Salmon in Foil, or Crock Pot Pork Chops. I hope this helps!
So delicious and easy to prepare!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Lisa! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Do you need to use ‘Pure” maple syrup or will something like Aunt Jemima syrup work?
Hi Lisa! Artificial syrup won’t have quite as rich of a flavor as pure maple syrup, but it should work fine. I hope you enjoy the recipe!
I did everything exactly as you said but they stuck to the aluminum foil! They were still yummy after I peeled off most of them! Wonder why that happened?
Peggy, some sticking is normal (unavoidable with maple syrup). I’m glad you liked them!
Made this last week as we are trying to like brussel sprouts and I mean who doesn’t like Bacon and Maple syrup.
We loved it, the kids loved it and wanted seconds. Making again this week but going to try frozen sprouts and see what happens.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Charyl! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I couldnt stop eating them. I sprinkled it lightly with manchego cheese and not one Brussel was left behind. Thank you for the recipe.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed them, Beth! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Excellent recipe goes well with a nice white fish such as Mahi Mahi
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Gwen! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
These are super easy to make but so dang good! We have made them many times and they are appearing for Thanksgiving too. Tasty and beautiful dishes are my favorite and these fit the bill! My husband asks for these all the time and even my four kids enjoy them. Thanks so much for this recipe Erin!!
I’m so happy that you’ve enjoyed the recipe, Andrea! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Im not a big fan of Brussel Sprouts but this recipe was a hit thank you so much for the simplicity of the recipe!! My family really liked it!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Monica! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Delicious! I cooked these in the air fryer because the oven was full with my Thanksgiving dinner. First I par-cooked the bacon at 400 for 15 minutes. Then added in the brussel sprouts tossed in maple syrup and olive oil for another 15-20.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Laura! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Made these tonight and they came out really good. Even my kids loved them!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed them, Barb! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Can you use frozen Brussels spouts?
Hi Grace! I actually have a recipe for Roasted Frozen Brussels Sprouts on my site, and you could adapt it to include the maple syrup and bacon pieces. I hope this helps!
These are the best Brussel Sprouts I have ever had! The bacon and maple syrup does the trick! Thanks for sharing!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed them, Mary! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Great flavor but be sure to watch the last 10 min closely. I thought it was never going to crisp up then BAM it was overdone. Next time I’ll be more careful.
I’m happy you enjoyed the flavors, Laurie! Thank you for trying the recipe!
My family will never eat brussel sprouts. I made a double m\batch of these using Bourbon maple syrup and they ate every single one. My son said it’s the first time he has liked them and also that they didn’t make the house stink like they usually do! Definitely a keeper recipe!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Heather! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Do you think these would cook up as well with Lankato munkfruit maple syrup ?
Hi Drea! I’ve never tested this recipe with it, so you’d be experimenting. If you decide to try it, I’d love to hear how it goes!
This is the best recipe. I make it every week now and it serves as my main dish with a little brown rice for a lighter dinner. My daughter feels the same way. Never have I enjoyed Brussels sprouts so much!
Thank you
I’m so happy that you’ve enjoyed it, Laurie! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
OMG! I ate the whole thing myself!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Judy! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I made this on my gas grill today—cooked in a large aluminum pan (no cleanup), heat to 400 to 425, stirred every seven minutes, finished in 45 minutes. Even added some diced red onion. Lots of carmelized and charred leaves and bacon. Spectacular side!
That is so great to hear Allan! Glad it worked out for you and thank you for the feedback!
So the bacon is completely not cooked when you’re putting in on the pan?
Hi Mandy! No need to precook the bacon. It gets baked in Step 3 of the recipe card. Hope this helps!
I have never liked Brussels sprouts before but this recipe is so good! My entire family even loves them! I triple the recipe and hardly have any leftovers
I do slightly precook the bacon before adding it to the pan just to cut back on the fat
Hi Julie! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
So correct. Nothing left in the bowl proves that these were a BIG hit and there were a few non-brussels there. this is one to keep on hand. Happy holidays.
Hi Francine! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review! Happy New Year!
These were the BEST thing I served on Christmas Day, and that’s saying a lot considering I served a Honeybaked Ham!😁 This is really a delicious and easy recipe, and my only regret is that I didn’t make a double-batch.
Hi Chris! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
My family recently dined out and we had the most amazing brussel sprout hors d’oeuvres. Afterward I found your recipe. I’ve made it a few times now and it’s a hit at my house—very close to the flavor we tasted at the restaurant.
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So good I ate the entire batch alone!!!
Hi Jacklyn! I don’t blame you! ;) So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This recipe made me like brussel sprouts. I am NOT a good cook but my husband requests this all the time. This is the only recipe I’ve used. I make the stovetop version. I mean you can’t go wrong with maple and bacon. So good!!
That makes me so happy to hear Jenna! YAY!
The previous brussels sprouts recipes I’ve made have been a hit or miss, but this recipe was simple and amazing! I will be making more this week.
Thanks, Erin!
Hi Michelle! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank for this kind review!
These are so good! We made them twice in one week! Thank you for a simple but amazing recipe!!!
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Absolutely delicious! This recipe made a fan out of my brussels sprout “hater”. The sweet, smokey, slightly salty ingredients blended to give the sprouts a wonderful flavor. The carmelized syrup browned the sprouts nicely. Definitely a recipe I’ll make again. Simple to make and oh so good!
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My husband said he liked this version better than the one we had at our favorite restaurant. The recipe was simple and the results were great! So glad I made a double batch. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
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These were absolutely delicious! Will definitely be making again soon!
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Can these be made ahead and kept warm in a crock pot?
Hi Kelly! I haven’t tested this out myself, if you decide to experiment, I’d love to know how it goes!
I made these tonight but I could not get them to crisp up. They were still delicious but I really wanted them crisp. Any idea what I did wrong?
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Hi! I am planning to make this recipe for thanksgiving. One question. Does the bacon make the Brussel sprouts greasy?
Hi Aubrianna! I’ve not had that problem before. Hope you enjoy them!
I don’t have maple syrup.. just plain Great Value. Can I use that instead?
Hi Karissa! I’m not sure what plain Great Value is. Is it pure maple syrup?
Can I substitute maple syrup for molasses or balsamic vinegar?
Hi Syria! Maple is pretty important for this recipe. You could try honey.
Big hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! So easy to make too! Thanks you for this recipe.
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Awesome recipe, thank you!!👍👍 I a little honey and chipotle roasted garlic along with a 4 pepper blend. Ohhhhh my !! Yummy
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Absolutely delicious! It’s a keeper.
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Can this recipe be done in SMM air fryer?
Hi JoAnne! I haven’t tried this particular recipe in the air fryer but it would likely work. Here is my air fryer brussels sprouts recipe to help guide you: https://www.wellplated.com/air-fryer-brussels-sprouts/
Made this for Christmas using honey instead of maple syrup (what I had on hand). ENORMOUS HIT! Since I’ve regularly made with the maple syrup and they are not only a standard on my menu but ALWAYS requested. And it doesn’t get much easier! Prep in the morning, on the sheet pan ready to toss in the oven. My meats may change (ham for Easter) but my Brussels sprouts do not!
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I make this all the time now, and with a few added veggies, often as a main meal. Delish <3
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Delicious! Thank you for this easy and yummy recipe.
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I have made this recipe many times for my self and loved it! I had never eaten Brussel sprouts until I tried this recipe. I had always been told by others That they were “disgusting” but found out when I ate these the first time that those people sure didn’t know what they were talking about. In fact I found them to be so good that I made them for my daughter and her family and they loved them also. Thanks for the great recipe!
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These are our favorite! My husband likes crunchy and these don’t disappoint. Of course, you can never go wrong with bacon in the recipe.
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These are excellent!! My favorite recipe for Brussel sprouts!!!
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Absolutely amazingly delicious!! I added sliced onions and since bacon is plenty fatty, omitted the olive oil. Two of us ate every morsel, and a simple baked potato completed the meal.
I cannot believe how tasty this was!!
So happy to hear you enjoyed it, Kim!
I made the recipe on top of the stove (because my oven was on a different temp for the chicken) and it came out deliciously. Great, easy recipe that even my 12-year old daughter enjoyed.
Great to hear, thank you Mary!