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Roasted Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Salted Honey…such a great quick and easy holiday side dish. Oven roasted brussels sprouts and salty bacon, tossed in a warm honey cider vinaigrette that’s sweet and spicy. These brussels sprouts are extra crispy, perfectly salted, a little spicy, sweet, tangy…and addictive. Everyone loves these sweet and savory sprouts, They’re always one of the first side dishes to disappear. My best tip? Double the recipe.
Let me just say that deciding on today’s post was hard. With only a few days left before Christmas, each and every recipe that I share feels so important. I know this sounds insane, but it’s truly so important to me to only give you guys the best of the best recipes, especially during the holidays! I had three recipes that could have potentially been today’s post, each perfect for this time of year. Choosing just one took me forever…and ever. So many recipes I need to share…not enough time.
As you can see, these insanely delicious Brussels Sprouts are the recipe I chose, and for two very important reasons.
Reason one, these brussels sprouts are one of the most addictive recipes to come out of my kitchen. Yes, I am talking about brussels sprouts. A vegetable that is beyond GOOD. There is no doubt these sprouts are extra special and I am so excited to share this (easy) recipe.
Reason two, I did a poll on Instagram the other day asking you all what recipes you still needed for Christmas. Brussels sprout recipe was the most repeated response.
SO, for those two reasons, these brussels sprouts are the recipe you all get to see before Christmas. I hope you love them as much as I do.
Are very simple.
Start with the brussels sprouts and the bacon. There are a couple of tricks to getting the perfect crispy brussels sprout.
My first trick is to cook the sprouts at a high heat temp, cut side down on a baking sheet. They will soften in the center and get extra crispy on the outside.
The second trick? Cooking the brussels sprouts and the bacon together all on one baking pan. Not only does this save you a giant mess and so much time, but what ends up happening is that the brussels sprouts roast in the bacon fat adding yet another layer of delicious flavor.
While the brussels sprouts and bacon are roasting, make the salted honey glaze/vinaigrette. This was inspired by my shredded brussels sprout salad vinaigrette and it’s without a doubt one of my favorite things to drizzle over top of brussels sprouts…or any vegetable for that matter.
You will want to boil the honey on the stove for a minute to help it thicken and turn into more of a glaze. Once the honey has boiled a minute, remove it from the heat and add in tangy apple cider vinegar and a good pinch of flaky sea salt.
Sweet, spicy, and tangy…truly nothing more delicious.
When the brussels sprouts have finished roasting, toss them with the salted honey vinaigrette. Then add plenty of cheese. I love using goat cheese, but a nutty Manchego cheese or salted Parmesan would be delicious too.
Add juicy pomegranates.
Done and done.
Super Simple. So. Delicious.
Literally anything and everything. If you’re serving up Christmas Eve or Christmas Day dinner, I highly recommend my roasted beef tenderloin or herb butter turkey. Then, add these cheesy potatoes, my favorite winter salad, and a buttery parker house roll to complete the holiday meal.
And, since I’m on a roll here with the holiday menu, I’d recommend these Santa cookies and my white Christmas cranberry layer cake for dessert.
And just like that, we have a complete dinner menu…that’s not only easy, it is so VERY GOOD.
So after all that, what’s your opinion? Did I share the right recipe? Are you excited to make brussels sprouts this Christmas?
My hope is, that most of you are saying yes, yes, and YES. Because as I said, these are insanely delicious, highly addicting and one of my favorite recipes I’ve shared this season. And timing-wise, I hope it’s what you all are looking for!
And with that, I will meet you back here tomorrow…and with a delicious Christmas breakfast I’m excited to share!
If you make this these roasted bacon brussels sprouts with salted honey, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
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This recipe is THE recipe for Brussel Sprouts—hands down so delicious. Half the time i don’t have all the ingredients, I only have the “base” of the sprouts and the honey sauce, but everyone (even the sprout naysayers) cannot get enough of these. whatever amount I make disappears, no leftovers. Ever.
Hey there,
I really appreciate you giving this recipe a try, I am so glad it was enjoyed.? xTieghan
Absolutely wonderful dish AND healthy, too! Next time I will halve the sauce recipe when using 1 lb brussels sprouts as I didn’t use much to drizzle around sprouts. I also tossed the sprouts, olive oil and salt in a bowl first then spread them around the pan.
Hey Lulu,
I am so thrilled that you have enjoyed this recipe! Thanks so much for making it:) xTieghan
I made this as a side dish for New Years. It was delicious!
Hey Stephanie,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am so glad it was enjoyed! xTieghan
Unreal recipe! Such a good way to spruce up Brussels sprouts and make them FUN! The red & green was great for Christmas 😉
Hi Hannah,
Thanks so much for your kind message and trying another recipe, I am so glad you enjoyed making it! xTieghan
Oh wow, tried this recipe last night and it tasted AMAZING! I’m not a huge fan of brussel sprouts but always try to be good and have a few at Christmas but after yesterday that was a game changer … I’d happily eat brussel sprouts. The ingredients and flavours come together so well! So glad I stumbled across your website and found this recipe – thank you for sharing and I look forward to trying out more of your recipes ?
Oh wow, tried this recipe last night and it tasted AMAZING! I’m not a huge fan of brussel sprouts but always try to be good and have a few at Christmas but after yesterday that was a game changer … I’d happily eat brussel sprouts. The ingredients weren’t and flavours come together so well! So glad I stumbled across your website and found this recipe – thank you for sharing and I look forward to trying out more of your recipes ?
Hey Sharan,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am so glad you enjoyed! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
These were excellent! I used maple syrup instead of honey and I k my put some, not all of the mixture on the sprouts but I loved them and I’m not a fan of brussel sprouts. I guess if you put cheese and bacon and something sweet with it, I’ll eat just about anything.
Hey Mary,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am so glad you enjoyed! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
These were the best Brussels ever! Melt in your mouth and so flavorful!
Hey Alexis,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am thrilled that it worked out for you. Happy Holidays! xTieghan
This recipe is delicious. My family hated brussels sprouts so I made this for a family dinner and everyone approved. The melty goat cheese is such a good addition!
Hey Sara,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am thrilled that it worked out for you. Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Delicious. I would reduce the pomegranate to 3/4 cup, but other than that yum! Thank you!
Hey Priscilla,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am thrilled that it worked out for you. Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Most amazing recipe! Everything about these are perfect!
Hey Eliza,
I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe, thanks so much for giving it a try! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Oh my word these are great! I like Brussels sprouts to a degree but these were amazing. I just ate them straight off the roaster! Lol!
Hey Shelley,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am so glad it was enjoyed! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Delish! Easy to assemble and love the layers of flavors.
Love that! Thank you Andrea! xTieghan
Made this for thanksgiving this year. Next time I’ll half the ACV because it was really liquid-y and leave out the cream cheese…otherwise it was yummy!
Thank you so much Mallory! xTieghan
I made this as a side dish for Thanksgiving . Ok I forgot to take a photo with all the commotion. BUT thus is a fabulous vegetable dish. Incredibly easy to make and so delicious. It’s true -make double the amount. It’s almost gone. In fact, I got up this morning and had some for breakfast! I promise you that this will become a favorite. And BRW- I hate brussel sprouts!!!!.
I am so happy you tried this one and loved it!! Thank you Ande! xTieghan