Maple-Bourbon Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-15 · Updated 2026-06-15

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Roasted Brussels sprouts tossed in a sweet maple-bourbon glaze, accented by salty, crispy bacon bits for a perfect balance. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, halved Brussels sprouts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp, divided salt
1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
4, chopped bacon slices
3 tbsp pure maple syrup
2 tbsp bourbon
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp garlic powder

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Step 2: Roast Brussels sprouts for 20 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until edges are golden and crispy.
Step 3: While sprouts roast, cook 4 chopped bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon bits and set aside, reserving 1 tbsp bacon fat.
Step 4: In the same skillet with bacon fat, add 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp bourbon, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 5: Toss the roasted Brussels sprouts with the maple-bourbon glaze and crispy bacon bits. Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.