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Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon tossed with freshly grated Parmesan cheese in a wooden bowl

Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Parmesan

Crispy, glossy sprouts with smoky bacon, a quick maple-balsamic dressing, and melted Parmesan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
For the sprouts
  • 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • 3 strips thick-cut bacon chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan plus extra for serving, optional
Maple Balsamic Dressing

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment for easy cleanup (optional but recommended).
  2. Season the sprouts. On the sheet pan, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Scatter the chopped bacon evenly across the pan. Arrange as many sprouts cut-side down as you can for best browning.
  3. Roast for 20–30 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until the bacon is crisp and the sprouts are deeply golden and tender. Smaller sprouts may finish closer to 20 minutes; larger ones may need the full 30.
  4. Make the dressing. While the sprouts roast, whisk balsamic vinegar and maple syrup in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil until glossy. Season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  5. Finish and serve. Transfer the hot roasted sprouts and bacon to a large bowl. Immediately toss with the maple-balsamic dressing until evenly coated and glossy. Add ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan and toss gently so it melts into the sprouts. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve right away, with extra Parmesan on top if you like.

Notes

 
• Extra crispy tip: After halving, pat sprouts very dry. Moisture is the enemy of browning.
• Batching: Doubling the recipe? Use two sheet pans and rotate halfway for even color.
• Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes after dressing for gentle heat.
• No bacon option: Skip the bacon and add a handful of toasted walnuts or hazelnuts when serving.

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