Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Crispy, sweet, and spicy, these are the best Brussels sprouts you’ll ever have. After making this recipe dozens of times, I discovered the trick to perfectly crispy sprouts every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Stuffed Grape Leaves with Lemon Rice and Herbs and Easy Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip for Game Day.

What You'll Need for Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb Brussels sprouts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Sriracha (optional)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Optional: Sesame seeds (optional)
• Optional: Chopped green onions (optional)

How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout

1. Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any yellow or damaged leaves. Cut them in half lengthwise and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook in Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
3. Make Honey Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Sriracha (if using), and minced garlic.
4. Toss with Glaze: Transfer the cooked Brussels sprouts to a bowl and pour the honey glaze over them. Toss to coat evenly.
5. Serve: Transfer the Brussels sprouts to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions (if using). Serve immediately.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Can be made ahead up to the point of adding the glaze.

Freezing Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout

Not recommended for freezing.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then toss with the glaze.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a nut-free version, substitute the sesame seeds with chopped fresh parsley.
• Best substitution: Substitute the Brussels sprouts with broccoli florets for a similar dish.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the Brussels sprouts are not crispy, try cooking them at a higher temperature or for a longer time.

Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

15 mins

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Total

25 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb Brussels sprouts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Seasonings

• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Sriracha (optional)
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Optional Toppings

• Sesame seeds (optional)
• Chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any yellow or damaged leaves. Cut them in half lengthwise and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook in Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
3. Make Honey Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Sriracha (if using), and minced garlic.
4. Toss with Glaze: Transfer the cooked Brussels sprouts to a bowl and pour the honey glaze over them. Toss to coat evenly.
5. Serve: Transfer the Brussels sprouts to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions (if using). Serve immediately.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a nut-free version, substitute the sesame seeds with chopped fresh parsley.
• Best substitution: Substitute the Brussels sprouts with broccoli florets for a similar dish.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the Brussels sprouts are not crispy, try cooking them at a higher temperature or for a longer time.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then toss with the glaze.
• Make ahead: Can be made ahead up to the point of adding the glaze.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 450mg
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!