Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts will quickly become your favorite side dish. Crispy, tangy and sweet brussels sprouts are so tasty and super easy to make. Made with balsamic, maple syrup, crunchy walnuts and sweet dried cranberries. They’re so good, quick and easy to make, and healthy!
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
I’m the type of person who’s all about the side dishes when making big meals. That’s why I love Thanksgiving. Endless sides!
These Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts is the perfect side dish. Especially for this time of year when all harvest veggies are at their peak. These brussels sprouts are crispy, tangy, sweet and so easy to make. Topped with walnuts that get slightly toasted while in the air fryer. Dried cranberries are caramelized and soften while adding some sweetness to this dish. These brussels sprouts are so good, quick and easy to make, and healthy! They will quickly become your favorite side dish!
Ingredients needed to make Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts:
- Brussels Sprouts– Make sure they don’t have any blemishes.
- Avocado Oil– Helps brussels sprouts get crispy.
- Balsamic Vinegar– Add depth and flavor.
- Maple Syrup– A hint of sweetness and contrast to the acid from the balsamic vinegar.
- Spices– Garlic Powder, pink sea salt, black pepper.
- Raw Walnuts– Add some crunch and texture.
- Dried Cranberries– More sweetness and texture.
Equipment needed to make Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts:
- Large Mixing Bowl– To toss brussels sprouts with all the other ingredients.
- Air Fryer– Depending on how big your air fryer is, you may have to cook brussels sprouts in batches.
How to make Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts:
- Step 1– Start by prepping your Brussels sprouts; trim and discard stems then cut Brussels sprouts in half. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Step 2– Drizzle Brussels sprouts with avocado oil, balsamic, and maple syrup. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Give brussels sprouts a good toss making sure they are well coated.
- Step 3– Add prepped Brussels sprouts to air fryer basket. Set air fryer on 400 degrees F and set timer for 10 minutes.
- Step 4– Open basket and give it a toss. Add in walnuts and cranberries and give them another toss. Set timer for another 2 minutes.
- Step 5– Serve Brussels sprouts immediately while still warm and enjoy!
Tips and Substitutions:
- Avoid overcrowding Brussels in basket– This will prevent them from getting crispy. Cook in batches if you have to.
- Don’t skip shaking the basket and giving Brussels sprouts a toss– This will allow them to cook and get crispy evenly.
- No maple syrup?- Substitute for honey.
- Substitute avocado oil for any other oil- Like coconut or olive oil.
- Switch up your walnuts for other nuts- Raw pecans or pine nuts are great in this recipe too!
- No dried cranberries?- Dried cherries make a great substitute.
- No air fryer?- Use oven instead. Preheat oven at 350 degrees F. Place Brussels sprouts in a large baking sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Avoid overcrowding here too. Roast Brussels sprouts for 25 minutes.
Variations:
These Brussels Sprouts are made with a mix of ingredients that gives them a contrast in flavors. They are sweet and tangy with a good crunch from the walnuts. You can also use other ingredients and play with the flavors to make other variations of these Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts.
Add some of these ingredients:
- Bacon
- Feta
- Parmesan
- Almonds– Substitute for walnuts.
- Honey– Substitute for maple syrup.
What to serve Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with:
- Instant Pot Roasted Whole Chicken
- Air-Fryer Parmesan Crusted Cod
- Orange Rosemary Chicken
- Roasted Turkey
- Balsamic Chicken with Herbed Roasted Potatoes
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts FAQ’s:
Why won’t my Brussels sprouts get crispy?
Overcrowding Brussels sprouts can prevent them from getting crispy while cooking. Not cooking them for enough time and at the right temperature can also affect how crispy your Brussels sprouts get.
Why did my Brussels sprouts burn in the air fryer?
You may not have used any or enough oil. Not using oil can make the leaves of the Brussels sprouts susceptible to burning. Also, make sure to shake your air fryer basket and toss your Brussels sprouts while they are in the air fryer. This will also prevent the brussels sprouts on the bottom from over cooking and essentially burning.
Should you cut Brussels sprouts in half before cooking?
Yes. Cut larger Brussels sprouts in half before cooking. This will allow them to cook evenly and get nice and crispy.
Can you cook frozen Brussels sprouts in the air fryer?
Yes. Just make sure to leave enough space between them and you will need to add more cooking time.
Storing Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts:
Place your Brussels sprouts in an airtight container. Keep refrigerated for 4-5 days. Reheat by placing back in the air fryer. You can reheat them in the microwave too. However, they may get a bit soft and not as crunchy.
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts will quickly become your favorite side dish. Crispy, tangy and sweet brussels sprouts are so tasty and super easy to make. Made with balsamic, maple syrup, crunchy walnuts and sweet dried cranberries. They're so good, quick and easy to make, and healthy!
Ingredients
- 1 lb brussels sprouts
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp pink sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup raw walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
Start by prepping your brussels sprouts; trim and discard stems then cut brussels sprouts in half. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle brussels sprouts with avocado oil, balsamic, and maple syrup. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Give brussels sprouts a good toss making sure they are well coated.
Add prepped brussels sprouts to air fryer basket. Set air fryer on 400 degrees F and set timer for 10 minutes.
Open basket and give it a toss. Add in walnuts and cranberries and give them another toss. Set timer for another 2 minutes.
Serve brussels sprouts immediately while still warm and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Tips and Substitutions:
- Avoid overcrowding Brussels in basket– This will prevent them from getting crispy. Cook in batches if you have to.
- Don’t skip shaking the basket and giving Brussels sprouts a toss– This will allow them to cook and get crispy evenly.
- No maple syrup?- Substitute for honey.
- Substitute avocado oil for any other oil- Like coconut or olive oil.
- Switch up your walnuts for other nuts- Raw pecans or pine nuts are great in this recipe too!
- No dried cranberries?- Dried cherries make a great substitute.
- No air fryer?- Use oven instead. Preheat oven at 350 degrees F. Place Brussels sprouts in a large baking sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Avoid overcrowding here too. Roast Brussels sprouts for 25 minutes.
*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.
**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used.
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***Post originally posted on October 22, 2021.
