Maple-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries

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Oven-roasted Brussels sprouts tossed with crisp bacon, tart dried cranberries, and a sticky maple glaze for a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts, chopped bacon slices, dried cranberries for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until crisp on the edges and tender inside.
  3. Step 3: While the sprouts roast, cook 6 chopped bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tbsp bacon fat.
  4. Step 4: Remove Brussels sprouts from the oven and immediately toss with the reserved bacon fat, 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/3 cup dried cranberries, and the cooked bacon pieces.
  5. Step 5: Return to oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes until the glaze is sticky and cranberries are plump. Serve warm as a seasonal side dish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chopped bacon slices from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Maple-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Maple-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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