Balsamic Brussel Sprouts

Balsamic Brussel Sprouts roasted with cranberries is a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday celebration.

These Balsamic Brussel sprouts are roasted in the oven and tossed with cranberries to give them a tart and sweet flavor. This recipe can be made in about 30 minutes, which makes it perfect for holidays and everyday dinners too.

If you love to bring a delicious pop of gorgeous color to your holiday table – these Brussel Sprouts are the perfect dish. I know your family will go crazy for them as much as we do.

You really just can’t go wrong with these Brussel sprouts tossed with cranberries. The flavors complement each other so perfectly – especially with that luscious balsamic glaze. I can never get enough of balsamic glaze.

This side dish recipe will make it look like you slaved away all day in the kitchen – but these only require about 5 minutes of prep and then you let the oven do the rest. Done and ready to serve in about 30 minutes. You can’t beat that.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

Can this recipe be doubled?

You can double this recipe. The key is to not over-crowd the veggies or try to cook them in a double layer. They need to be spread out on the baking sheet for the best possible result.

So you can do two sheets and either use the convection setting on your oven (reducing the temp by 25 degrees before getting started) OR you can rotate the pans about halfway through the baking process.

What to serve with Brussels sprouts

• Corned beef
• Instant Pot Turkey Breast
• Pork loin roast
• Garlic butter salmon filet
• Air Fryer Turkey Breast
• Applewood Smoked Turkey – Traeger
• Instant Pot pork tenderloin
• Oven fried chicken
• Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

Can I reduce the sugar in the recipe?

Yes – but I can’t say how it will taste or turn out as I have not tried it with a different amount of sugar. If you reduce the sugar in this recipe – please let me know how it turned out.

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What is the best way to store leftover Brussels sprouts?

Place any leftover Brussels sprouts in an airtight container. Label with the date and keep refrigerated for up to 4 days. To reheat, place them in a microwave-safe container and microwave for 1-2 minutes or until hot again.

You can also pop them back into the oven and let them heat up for about 10 minutes.

Ingredients for Balsamic Brussel Sprouts

• Brussel sprouts halved
• olive oil
• salt to taste
• granulated sugar
• balsamic vinegar
• dried cranberries

Can I add bacon to these Balsamic Brussel Sprouts?

You bet – that would be delicious. I recommend either using real bacon bits or cooking the bacon separately and then tossing the chopped pieces in when you add the cranberries.

Otherwise, (depending on the thickness of the bacon) the bacon might not be cooked right – either not done or overdone because of the time it takes to roast the Brussel sprouts.

I have a great recipe for perfect oven-cooked bacon that makes it so easy.

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How to Make Balsamic Brussel Sprouts

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Prepare a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set aside.
2. Place the brussel sprouts onto the baking sheet.
3. Drizzle with olive oil.
4. Season with salt is desired.
5. Toss to evenly coat the brussel sprout in the olive oil.
6. Spread into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
8. Meanwhile, combine the sugar and balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan.
9. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until the sauce has thickened enough that it coats the spoon. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
10. When the brussel sprouts are done baking, pour the sauce over and toss to coat.
11. Toss with the dried cranberries before serving.

How to make Balsamic Brussel Sprouts in the air fryer?

Yes – you can make these in the air fryer. You will need to prepare the Brussel sprouts as you would if you were roasting them.

Then preheat the air fryer to 400F for at least five minutes. Add the coated Brussel sprouts to the air fryer and cook for 12-14 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.

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Products I love when making Balsamic Brussel Sprouts…

This easy Brussels Sprouts recipe is SUPER SIMPLE and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you most likely already have some of these items on hand

OR maybe you have never made Brussel Sprouts before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them.

I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this side dish recipe.

• olive oil or olive oil spray
• salt
• balsamic vinegar
• granulated sugar
• dried cranberries
• sheet pan

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