This Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon recipe will convert even the most unlikely person into a sprouts lover. Crispy sprouts, salty bacon and sweet & tangy honey mustard come together in an irresistible side dish sure to impress. This Brussel sprouts and bacon recipe is low-carb and gluten-free, made with 8 ingredients in less than 30 minutes!
I adore Brussels sprouts, but my family doesn’t always share my enthusiasm. That changed with this Brussel Sprouts with Bacon Recipe.
The sprouts and bacon are roasted with garlic and coated in a delicious honey mustard sauce for a flavor and texture combination that is irresistible. These bacon Brussel sprouts make a great side dish for any fall meal or holiday.
Brussel Sprouts with Bacon: Ingredients & Substitutions
Let’s chat about the ingredient sin this Brussel sprouts and bacon recipe, as well as possible substitutions.
- Brussels Sprouts. Fresh sprouts work best in this recipe. Also, I prefer smaller sprouts for more even cooking and better honey-mustard absorption.
- Olive oil. Any neutral oil works well in this recipe. The best substitutes are canola or avocado oil.
- Minced garlic. Garlic powder can be used in place of minced garlic, although I prefer minced!
- Bacon. Choose your favorite variety of bacon.
- Dijon mustard. Any mustard variety works well in this recipe, spicy, brown, honey, etc.
- Honey. Maple syrup can be used in place of honey if desired.
How to make Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
As always, we’ll walk through the process of making this recipe step-by-step, and don’t forget to watch the video.
Make the honey mustard sauce
In a small bowl combine mustard and honey, set aside to use later.
Toss Brussels Sprouts
In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt and pepper. Stir until ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add bacon & Roast
Evenly spread the oiled and seasoned Brussels sprouts onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the diced bacon evenly around the sprouts on the baking sheet. Make sure everything is in a single, even layer.
Roast in the preheated oven stirring once halfway through. NOTE: The size of your Brussels sprouts will affect roasting time. I prefer small sprouts for better flavor, but if using large sprouts, you may need to roast longer.
Add Honey Mustard
After 20 minutes, or when the Brussels and bacon are starting to brown, remove the baking pan from the oven and drizzle the honey mustard mixture over the Brussels and bacon. Stir until evenly distributed and spread mixture in an even layer on the baking sheet.
Roast Again
Return to oven and roast again for 5-10 minutes (remember, the size of your sprouts will determine this – check at 5 minutes), or until the sauce has thickened and coated the sprouts and the sprouts/bacon are browned.
Remove from oven and stir the mixture to ensure nothing sticks to the pan.
How to store Brussel sprouts and bacon
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
To reheat:
Warm in the microwave or in the oven until heated through.
Recipe FAQs
Should you cut Brussels sprouts in half before cooking?
Yes, to ensure these sprouts are evenly cooked and perfectly crispy, cutting them in half is an important step in this recipe.
Should I soak brussels sprouts before cooking?
No, I have never soaked brussel sprouts before cooking. Simply rinse them with cool/warm water and make sure they’re dry before proceeding with the recipe.
Can I prepare brussel sprouts the night before?
I often wash, rinse, dry, and cut brussels sprouts the night before roasting them so that they are ready to go.
