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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 crispy brussels 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.
The details.
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 cheese would be delicious too.
Add juicy pomegranate seeds or even nuts.
Done and done.
Super Simple. So. Delicious.
What can you serve these brussels sprouts with?
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!
Roasted Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Salted Honey
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts, halved
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 4 thick-cut bacon slices, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled, or use grated Manchego cheese
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
Instructions
- 1. Position the oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. 2. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss together the brussels sprouts, olive oil, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Lay the brussels sprouts cut side down on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the bacon around the sprouts. Roast the brussels sprouts on the lower oven rack until deeply browned and the bacon crisp, 20 to 25 minutes.3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring the honey and crushed red pepper flakes to a boil over medium heat. Boil 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar, butter, orange zest, and a pinch of salt. 4. Remove the brussels sprouts from the oven and drizzle the honey over the sprouts. Transfer the sprouts to a serving plate and top with goat cheese and pomegranate arils. Serve warm...and ENJOY my favorite side dish.
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This is the best and most elegant way to prepare and serve Brussel sprouts. Thank you so much for the recipe. This recipe, along with your beef tenderloin with mushrooms and white wine cream sauce, proved to be an awesome Christmas dinner.
Hey Robin,
Happy Monday!❄️ I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xx
Made this for Christmas dinner and my husband just raved over the Brussels sprouts. Fantastic recipe. Thanks for a wonderful dish.
Hey Betty,
Happy Monday!❄️ I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xx
Would balsamic vinegar be good instead of apple cider vinegar?
Hi Angie,
Sure, that would work for you! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xT
I had a quiet thanksgiving with just my daughter. There were plenty of leftovers … except for these! Between the two of us we ate every single one of them! DELICIOUS! 🙂
Hey Karen,
Wonderful!!❄️ Thanks a bunch for giving this recipe a try and sharing your feedback, I am so glad it was a winner:)
This was a huge hit for Thanksgiving! Added roasted mushrooms and didn’t have any pomegranate arils, doubled the recipe and still nothing leftover! Loved the glaze, dont skimp on the chili flakes!
Hi Amy,
Thank you so much for making this recipe, I love to hear that it was a winner! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! xx
Do you think turkey bacon would have the same effect?
Hey Andrea,
Totally, turkey bacon would be great for you to use! I hope you love this recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xx
Wondering if this would still be good without cheese? My Tgiving family is picky.
Hey Kelly,
That would be just fine:) I hope you love this recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xx
Can this be made ahead of time and warmed up the next day?
Hey Melissa,
Yes, that would be okay for you to do! I hope you love this recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xx
Just made these!!!! Amazing!!! My husband who doesn’t want any fruit in dishes had 3 servings… he said “who in the heck thinks up these recipes…. SO GOOD!” 😂 I mean these are awesome… going on the menu for Thanksgiving!!! Thank you!!
Hey Heathyr,
Happy Friday!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for making it and sharing your review:)
Do you think it would taste as good if I used pancetta instead of bacon?
Hey Jessica,
Totally, pancetta will work well for you! I hope this recipe turns out well for you, please let me know if you give it a try! xT
How many days ahead can these thanksgiving recipes be cooked? I have family coming in the day before so I would love to do them 2 days before
Hi there,
This is a recipe that I would recommend making the day of:) Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
Holy smokes, these are the best Brussels I’ve ever had. They taste like a side dish at a very nice restaurant. I was making a dish that included broiling at the end for my main, so I broiled these with the sauce on them to make it extra crispy. It was an excellent choice. I will be making these a lot!!
Hi Cheney,
Awesome!! I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks for making it! xx
Hey tiegen! Can we use frozen brussel sprouts for this recipe?
Hey Farrah,
Sure, that will work well for you! Please let me know if you give the recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx
Thanks for the quick reply! I am making it for Easter dinner. I’m sure it will be fabulous. I’m a big fan and your recipes never disappoint.
Ps- pls include Toronto in future book tours!!!!!
Just had to circle back to let you know how fabulous this turned out. It was devoured!
Hey Farrah,
Wonderful!! Thank you so much for trying this recipe and sharing your feedback! I am so glad it was enjoyed. Have a great week! ?xxT
As always, this was ah-mazing! I used smoked kielbasa instead of bacon to make it the whole meal, and hubby loved it. He thinks I am a genius for finding you so many years ago..lol.
Thanks Tieghan!
Hi Tracey,
Happy Sunday!!⛄️ I truly appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your feedback, so glad to hear it was enjoyed! xxT
The best Brussels recipe I have ever had!! I instantly had to share with my mom. I’m obsessed with your recipes. Thank you for all you do ?
Hey Julez,
Happy Wednesday!! So glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! xTieghan
My husband loves brussels sprouts… I HATE them. He found this recipe so I cooked them. The recipe is easy and fast. He LOVES this recipe!!! He said he has had Brussels sprouts in restaurants and nothing compared. He begged me to try them and…. I liked them!!! The orange added a fresh component and the honey wasn’t overly sweet. Thank you for sharing! ?
Hey Sonya,
Awesome!! Love to hear this recipe was a winner, thanks for making it. Have the best week:) xT