Winter Roasted Brussels Sprouts (Printable)

Brussels sprouts roasted and glazed with balsamic vinegar and maple syrup, featuring toasted nuts and cranberries.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

→ Oils & Seasonings

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Glaze

05 - 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
06 - 1 1/2 tbsp pure maple syrup

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
08 - 2 tbsp dried cranberries

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the Brussels sprouts cut side down in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until sprouts are golden brown and crisp on the edges.
05 - Whisk balsamic vinegar and pure maple syrup together in a small bowl until combined.
06 - Drizzle the balsamic-maple glaze over the hot Brussels sprouts and toss gently to coat evenly.
07 - Return the glazed Brussels sprouts to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
08 - Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with toasted nuts and dried cranberries if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The edges get beautifully caramelized while the centers stay tender and sweet.
  • The balsamic and maple glaze adds a warm, tangy sweetness that makes even skeptics come back for seconds.
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes with pantry staples and one sheet pan.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the pan or the sprouts will steam instead of crisp, and you'll lose that caramelized magic.
  • Wait until after roasting to add the glaze, otherwise it will burn in the oven and turn bitter.
03 -
  • Cut the sprouts as evenly as possible so they cook at the same rate and nothing burns.
  • Toss the sprouts halfway through roasting to ensure all sides get golden and crisp.
  • Taste the glaze before drizzling and adjust the sweetness or tang to your liking.
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