If you are looking for a versatile side dish that works for both a quick weeknight meal or a decadent holiday dinner look no further than this recipe for Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon! Cooking the brussels sprouts with bacon and maple syrup is sure to make this side dish a fan favorite for everybody! This paleo-friendly recipe is sweet and savory and definitely going to be in your winter meal plan rotation!
Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
I was never a fan of brussels sprouts until a few years ago, and now I can’t get enough! These Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon convert just about anybody to be a brussel sprout lover. This easy brussel sprouts recipe combines savory and sweet tastes to adhere to just about anyone’s liking! Plus, is there any greater combination than maple and bacon together?
Ingredients Needed:
We love the short ingredient list here, especially since this dish is so flavorful!
- Brussels Sprouts
- Bacon
- Maple Syrup
- Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- Garlic Powder

What to serve with Roasted Brussel Sprouts
This dish is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish. But also, it’s so darn good you’ll want to have this on rotation all Fall and Winter long. This dish would be great served with:
- Kale and Sweet Potato Stuffed Turkey Breast
- Classic Gluten Free Meatloaf
- Pork Carnitas (Instant Pot and Slow Cooker)
- How to Cook a Whole Chicken in the Instant Pot
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Like this veggie side dish? Try these other favorites:
- Perfect Roasted Veggies
- Brussels Sprout Slaw
- Cranberry Walnut Roasted Acorn Squash
- Garlicky Blistered Green Beans


- 2 lb. brussels sprouts, halved & outer leaves removed
- 2 tbsp + 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Himalayan sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground garlic
- 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 4 strips nitrate-free bacon
- Preheat oven to 425
- Halve brussels sprouts and remove outer leaves
- Line baking pan with foil
- Toss brussels sprouts with oil, salt, and pepper
- Roast, stirring mid-way, for 20-25 minutes until caramelized and tender
- While roasting, cook bacon using desired method (oven, microwave, or skillet), let cool and set aside
- When brussels sprouts are done, heat 1 tsp oil in a large skillet and transfer them to the skillet
- Pour 1 tbsp maple syrup over the brussels sprouts and toss to coat evenly with a wooden spoon
- Let cook for 3 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring often
- Taste and add the 2nd tbsp maple, based on desired taste (I didn't find it needed it)
- Sprinkle bacon, ground garlic, and extra Himalayan sea salt on top and serve hot