Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze (Printable)

Crispy Brussels sprouts with a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

→ Oils & Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Glaze

05 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned Brussels sprouts cut side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until Brussels sprouts are golden brown and crisp on the edges.
05 - While sprouts roast, combine balsamic vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half and thickened into a glaze. Remove from heat.
06 - Transfer roasted Brussels sprouts to a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The balsamic reduction creates this gorgeous glossy coating that makes even Brussels sprouts skeptics reach for seconds.
  • Its that perfect balance of hands-off cooking and impressive results that has made this my go-to side dish for both weeknights and dinner parties.
02 -
  • Dont be tempted to stir the sprouts too frequently while roasting or youll interrupt the caramelization process that gives them their deep flavor.
  • The balsamic glaze will thicken further as it cools, so remove it from heat when its slightly thinner than you want the final result to be.
03 -
  • If some of your Brussels sprouts are significantly larger than others, quarter the big ones instead of halving them so everything cooks at the same rate.
  • Dont discard those loose leaves that fall off during preparation - spread them on the baking sheet too, as they become deliciously crispy chips that add wonderful texture to the final dish.

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