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    Cooking Gorgeous » All Recipes » Side Dishes

    Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

    Published: Sep 30, 2022 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Crispy and delicious Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts are extremely easy to make and ready in less than 20 minutes. These small cabbages are lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, tossed with bacon and olive oil, and topped with parmesan for perfection!

    Same as Gluten-Free Yorkshire Puddings and Homemade Mini Pigs in a Blanket, they are the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, Sunday lunch, or Christmas dinner.

    brussel sprouts cooked in an airfryer with bacon
    Jump to:
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients and Substitutes
    • How to Make Brussel Sprouts in an Air Fryer?
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Top Tips From The Chef
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Related Recipes
    • Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

    Brussel sprouts are one of the best vegetables to cook in an air fryer.

    They get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

    If you don't own an air fryer, you can bake these tiny cabbages in an oven.

    Simply preheat your oven to 190° C (370° F) and cook them for 30 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden.

    I use my air fryer when I need something quick and simple air fryer recipes such as Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, Fish Sticks in Air Fryer, and Easy Air Fryer Hamburgers. 

    The air fryer does an amazing job creating “fried” tasting foods, but with less fat and calories.

    And that's exactly why I bought an air fryer in the first place.

    air fryer brussel sprouts in a bowl

    Why This Recipe Works

    • You can make this dish while your oven is in use, the perfect side dish for big dinner parties!
    • This Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts recipe is extremely easy to make and only requires a few ingredients and 17 minutes.
    • It is versatile, you can omit the bacon and make this dish vegetarian-friendly. You can add garlic or balsamic for extra flavoring.
    • The leftovers are great as a snack. You can keep them refrigerated for up to five days!

    Ingredients and Substitutes

    Labelled picture of ingredients for air fryer brussel sprouts
    • Brussel sprouts - This recipe requires fresh Brussel sprouts. To prepare them, trim the stalks, get rid of the outer leaves (if necessary), and cut them in halves. If you like your Brussel sprouts a bit softer on the inside, soak them in water for 10 minutes before roasting them.
    • Bacon - Use your favorite cut for extra saltinesses. Skip it if you want to keep your side dish vegetarian.
    • Olive oil - It helps the Brussel sprouts crisp up and add the dish extra flavor.
    • Parmesan - Use a block of parmesan and freshly grate it just before using it. You can substitute it with any hard cheese you prefer.
    crispy Brussel Sprouts with bacon

    How to Make Brussel Sprouts in an Air Fryer?

    This is a very easy recipe with just a few simple ingredients.

    However, you need to follow a few simple steps to achieve the best results:

    Cut the bacon into small dices and set them aside.

    small diced bacon

    Wash and trim Brussels sprouts, and cut them in half.

    Soak the Brussel sprouts in water for 10 minutes if you like them soft and tender and not too crispy. This step is optional.

    brussel sprouts are cut in halves

    Place the Brussel sprouts in a bowl and add the salt, pepper, olive oil, and bacon.

    place the bacon, brussel sprouts, olive oil and seasoning in a bowl

    Give them all a good mix and then place them in your air fryer's basket in a single layer.

    Do not overcrowd the basket, if your air fryer's capacity is not big enough to take them all, do it in batches.

    brussel sprouts are placed in the air fryer's basket

    Set your air fryer to 180° C (360° F) and roast them for 10 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy on the outside.

    Shake the basket halfway when cooking.

    Sprinkle on some grated parmesan cheese and serve your Brussel sprouts while still warm.

    a bowl of brussel sprouts roasted in an air fryer

    Please scroll down to the recipe card below for the full ingredients list with measurements, complete recipe method, recipe notes, and nutritional information.

    Serving Suggestions

    Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts is a great side dish to serve during the festive season.

    Serve this delicious side dish along with Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder, Individual Salmon en Croute, Oven Roasted Turkey with Gravy, Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips, Rice Stuffed Chicken, Baked Sea Bass, Slow Roasted Turkey Legs (With Gravy), or Beef Bourguignon for special occasions.

    Or serve them along with Air Fryer Sausage, Easy Air Fryer Crab Cakes, Baked Cod with Panko, Turkey Shepherd's Pie, or Tavuk Sote (Turkish Chicken Sauté) for a quick weeknight meal.

    Top Tips From The Chef

    • Make sure to prepare the Brussel sprouts properly: Trim the stalk, get rid of the outer leaves, and cut the larger ones in half to make sure they all are the same size.
    • Soak the Brussel sprouts in water for 10 minutes before roasting them if you like the insides soft and tender.
    • Place the Brussel sprouts in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding for a crunchy texture.
    • Shake your air fryer basket halfway during the cooking to flip the Brussel sprouts.
    • Adjust the timing and the temperature as they vary depending on the model of your air fryer.

    Recipe FAQs

    How to store the leftovers?

    You can refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

    Can I use frozen Brussel sprouts?

    Yes, you can make this delicious Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts recipe with frozen Brussel sprouts. However, they won't be as crispy because of the water content.
    Also, you need to increase the cooking time.

    Is the air fryer better than the oven?

    The air fryer is quicker than the convection oven and will crisp your food faster and better.
    They are also perfect for making healthy versions of deep-fried food such as Fish Sticks in Air Fryer.

    Related Recipes

    For more festive side dish recipes why not try:

    • Orzo Pasta Salad
    • Swede and Carrot Mash
    • Crispy Sauté Potatoes with Garlic
    • Pomme Puree (Creamy Mashed Potatoes)

    Did you make this recipe? Please let me know how it turned out! Leave a comment below and tag @cookingorgeous on Instagram and hashtag it #cookingorgeous.

    I hope you enjoy the process of making these easy, delicious, and super-crispy Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts as much as you enjoy eating them! 🙂 

    Bon appétit! / Afiyet olsun!

    crispy Brussel Sprouts with bacon

    Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

    Ayla Clulee
    Crispy and delicious Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts are extremely easy to make and ready in less than 20 minutes.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins
    Total Time 17 mins
    Course Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine American, Western
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 252 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 kitchen scale
    • 1 measuring spoons
    • 1 Sharp knife
    • 1 air fryer
    • 1 cheese grater

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 500 g Brussel sprouts
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 120 g bacon
    • ⅓ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 40 g grated parmesan cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the bacon into small dices.
    • Wash and trim Brussels sprouts, and cut them in half.
    • Soak the Brussel sprouts in water for 10 minutes if you like them soft and tender and not too crispy. This step is optional.
    • Place the Brussel sprouts in a bowl and add the salt, pepper, olive oil, and bacon.
    • Give them all a good mix and then place them in your air fryer's basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket, if your air fryer's capacity is not big enough to take them all, do it in batches.
    • Set your air fryer to 180° C (360° F) and roast them for 10 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy on the outside. Shake the basket halfway when cooking.

    Notes

    • Make sure to prepare the Brussel sprouts properly: Trim the stalk, get rid of the outer leaves, and cut the larger ones in half to make sure they all are the same size.
    • Soak the Brussel sprouts in water for 10 minutes before roasting them if you like the insides soft and tender.
    • Place the Brussel sprouts in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding for a crunchy texture.
    • Shake your air fryer basket halfway during the cooking to flip the Brussel sprouts.
    • Adjust the timing and the temperature as they vary depending on the model of your air fryer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 11gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 599mgPotassium: 566mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1041IUVitamin C: 106mgCalcium: 143mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Carly

      October 30, 2022 at 5:33 am

      5 stars
      Made these tonight and they were great. Super crispy and delicious! Will add more bacon next time.

      Reply
    2. Mel

      November 15, 2022 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      Fast, Easy and Delicious! Followed the recipe instructions and went together so quickly. I didn’t have fresh parmesan on hand but the grated worked just fine. Thank you much for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
    3. Penny

      February 02, 2023 at 5:33 am

      5 stars
      It was so yummy, thank you !

      Reply
    4. Nora

      February 05, 2023 at 5:18 am

      5 stars
      That’s exactly how I like my brussel sprouts. Thank you for sharing it x

      Reply
    5. Sandra

      March 01, 2023 at 6:08 pm

      5 stars
      They turned out great, this will be my to go recipe!

      Reply
    6. Clare

      March 05, 2023 at 5:34 am

      5 stars
      Really delicious and unbelievably easy! Thats my new favorite recipe.

      Reply
      • Ayla Clulee

        March 05, 2023 at 5:35 am

        It's great to hear that! Thank you for your kind comment.
        Best wishes
        Ayla x

        Reply

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