Description
This Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Hot Honey recipe offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts are paired with smoky bacon and finished with a drizzle of spicy hot honey, making it an irresistible side dish that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, cleaned and cut in half
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Oil spray or extra olive oil, for greasing
Meat
- 4 to 5 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped into 1-inch pieces
Toppings
- 2 to 3 tablespoons hot honey
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 450°F to ensure a hot roasting environment for crispy Brussels sprouts and bacon.
- Prepare Brussels Sprouts: In a large mixing bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, evenly coating each piece.
- Arrange on Sheet Pan: Lightly grease a large sheet pan with oil or cooking spray. Spread the Brussels sprouts cut side down in a single layer and scatter the chopped bacon pieces around them.
- Initial Roasting: Roast in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, depending on the size of the sprouts, until the edges start to caramelize and bacon begins to crisp.
- Add Hot Honey: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and drizzle the hot honey over the Brussels sprouts. Gently toss to combine the flavors and coat everything evenly.
- Final Roasting: Spread the Brussels sprouts and bacon back out on the pan and roast for an additional 5 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and Brussels sprouts reach your desired level of crispiness.
- Serve: Serve hot with extra hot honey on the side for dipping if you want an added kick of sweetness and spice.
Notes
- Make sure to cut the Brussels sprouts evenly for uniform cooking.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to taste, especially if you prefer more or less heat.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a better texture and flavor contrast with the sprouts.
- For extra crispiness, ensure the Brussels sprouts are laid cut side down on the pan before roasting.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet for best texture retention.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: roasted Brussels sprouts, bacon, hot honey, side dish, easy vegetable recipe, fall recipes, healthy side
