Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cider

Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cider. This irresistible recipe brings together crispy, golden-brown Brussels sprouts, smoky bacon, and a luscious apple cider glaze with a hint of maple syrup. The sprouts are seared to perfection in rendered bacon fat, delivering deep, caramelized flavor in every bite. A touch of garlic and optional fresh thyme rounds out the dish, creating an aromatic and savory profile that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm and watch these vibrant, cider-glazed sprouts disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Brussels sprouts
• 6 slices Bacon
• 120 milliliters Apple cider
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the tough ends off the Brussels sprouts and cut each sprout in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Slice the bacon into small pieces and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the bacon pieces to the skillet and cook until they are crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet, placing them cut-side down in a single layer.

Step 6

Let the sprouts cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes, or until the cut sides are deeply caramelized and golden brown.

Step 7

Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, stirring to combine with the sprouts.

Step 8

Pour in the apple cider and maple syrup, then stir to coat the sprouts evenly. Allow the liquid to simmer and reduce for 5-8 minutes, until it thickens slightly and coats the sprouts.

Step 9

Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme (if using). Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and toss to combine.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish, garnished with additional thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(671.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	776.6

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 47.5mg	0%
Sodium 2075.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.4g
Protein 32.7g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 146.0mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 392.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 33.3%