Description
Enjoy these crispy, sweet, and savory maple bacon Brussels sprout bites, a perfect appetizer or snack made easily in your air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place chopped bacon in the air fryer basket. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until crispy. Remove bacon and drain excess fat from the basket.
- In a bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with the cooked bacon, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Return the coated Brussels sprouts to the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the sprouts are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are dry before tossing with other ingredients for crispier results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: Approx. 250
- Sugar: Approx. 8g
- Sodium: Approx. 500mg
- Fat: Approx. 15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 15g
- Fiber: Approx. 5g
- Protein: Approx. 10g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 30mg