Description
Maple roasted Brussels sprouts are a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy side dish featuring caramelized Brussels sprouts roasted with pure maple syrup and a touch of heat. Perfect for holiday meals or weeknight dinners, this vegan recipe is simple, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
3 tbsp melted coconut oil or olive oil
¼ cup pure maple syrup
½ tbsp chili flakes or cracked black pepper (optional)
½ tsp sea salt or kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Wash, trim, and halve the Brussels sprouts. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with melted oil, maple syrup, chili flakes or black pepper (if using), and salt until evenly coated.
- Spread the Brussels sprouts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 30 minutes, flipping once halfway through. For deeper caramelization, roast an additional 5–10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, taste, and adjust salt if needed. Serve warm.
Notes
Drying the Brussels sprouts well helps achieve a crispy texture.
Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
Balsamic vinegar adds a tangy twist if desired.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/5 of recipe)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
