Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts (Printable)

Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts with a sweet honey balsamic glaze, ready in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
04 - 1½ tbsp honey
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - ½ tsp salt
07 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
09 - 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Add the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the glaze.
04 - Spread the Brussels sprouts cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
05 - Roast for 22 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the sprouts are golden brown with crispy edges.
06 - Transfer the roasted Brussels sprouts to a serving dish. Drizzle with any remaining glaze from the pan and toss gently to coat.
07 - Sprinkle with toasted nuts and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • That honey balsamic combo creates a sticky caramelized edge that converts even the most stubborn Brussels sprout skeptic at your table.
  • Everything roasts on a single sheet pan which means cleanup is almost effortless and the oven does nearly all the work for you.
02 -
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to steam your sprouts instead of roasting them so give them breathing room.
  • Stirring more than once during roasting can actually prevent those crispy edges from forming so a single toss halfway through is ideal.
03 -
  • Taste your balsamic vinegar before mixing the glaze because an overly sharp vinegar will need a touch more honey to find balance.
  • Toasting the nuts in a dry pan for two minutes before garnishing doubles their flavor and makes the whole dish smell incredible.