Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Pecans and Bacon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

Oven-roasted Brussels sprouts caramelized with a sticky maple glaze, topped with crunchy toasted pecans and crisp bacon bits for a rich, savory side. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, bacon slices, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 slices, chopped bacon slices
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/3 cup, roughly chopped pecans

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a large mixing bowl until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the Brussels sprouts on a large sheet pan in a single layer. Scatter 4 chopped bacon slices evenly over the sprouts.
3. Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then remove and drizzle 2 tbsp pure maple syrup over the Brussels sprouts and bacon.
4. Step 4: Add 1/3 cup roughly chopped pecans evenly on top and return to the oven for another 10 minutes, roasting until Brussels sprouts are caramelized and pecans are toasted and fragrant.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.