Maple-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

Roasted Brussels sprouts tossed with a sweet maple glaze and topped with crispy bacon bits, a savory-sweet side perfect for autumn meals. This American-inspired Halloween recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, bacon slices, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts
• 4 bacon slices
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a baking sheet, toss 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread in a single layer and roast for 20 minutes until browned and tender.
2. Step 2: While Brussels sprouts roast, cook 4 slices of bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon, drain on paper towels, and crumble.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar.
4. Step 4: Remove Brussels sprouts from oven and immediately toss with maple glaze until evenly coated.
5. Step 5: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with crumbled bacon before serving warm.