Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Apples
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Apples are crispy and caramelized on the outside with a tender interior, a little bit sweet and plain old delicious! They are a perfect side dish for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners.
This brussels sprouts recipe is a super flavorful side dish, and is nothing like the brussels sprouts that your mother use to make! It might just become your new family favorite.
The brussels sprouts are roasted in the oven which mellows out the bitter flavor and when combined with sweet apples, it’s the perfect flavor match.
If you love roasted Brussels sprouts, you might also like this recipe for roasted brussels sprouts with citrus.
Recipe Highlights
- It’s an easy recipe to make with just a few fresh ingredients.
- Brussels sprouts and apples are healthy and full of fiber and nutrients which will keep you feeling full.
- Roasted Brussels sprouts make great leftovers, make a double batch and use them throughout the week.
What you will need
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Ingredients list
- Brussels sprouts
- Apples
- Olive oil
- Maple syrup
- Garlic
- Balsamic vinegar
Equipment
How to make this roasted Brussels sprouts and apples recipe
Prepare the ingredients: Clean and cut the Brussels sprouts in half, and cut the apples into chunks similar in size to the Brussels sprout halves.
Chop the garlic, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 1.
Place the apples, brussels sprouts and garlic into a mixing bowl.
Step 2.
Combine the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Pour the mixture over the brussels sprouts and gently mix until everything is coated with the oil/vinegar mixture.
Step 3.
Arrange the apples and brussels sprouts in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast until they turn golden brown – about 20 to 30 minutes.
NOTE: Cooking time can vary depending on your oven and how you like your brussels sprouts cooked.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
The full list of ingredients to make this recipe is above. Below are notes about some of the ingredients, along with ideas for substitutes.
Apples – Any type of apple will work in this recipe, we like to use apples that are crisp such as Honeycrisp apples, golden delicious apples, fuji apples, pink lady apples, or granny smith apples.
Maple Syrup – Look for pure maple syrup and not pancake syrup. Maple syrup can be substituted with an equal amount of broccoli.
Fresh garlic always tastes better, but if you don’t have any, it can easily be substituted with 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Balsamic Vinegar – If you don’t care for balsamic vinegar, you can leave it out.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Serving Suggestions
Balsamic roasted Brussel sprouts as a delicious side dish to any of our favorite main courses. We like them with Hasselback pork tenderloin, turkey cranberry meatballs, turkey meatloaf, Swedish meatballs or these grilled jerk chicken breasts.
In addition to being a great side dish, roasted Brussels sprouts also taste great as a vegetarian entree tossed in a bowl of whole grains, and sprinkled with toasted walnuts or almonds.
How to store leftover brussels sprouts and apples
Leftover Brussels spouts and apples can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Enjoy leftover brussels sprouts cold, tossed into a salad, in a bowl with whole grains or top a pizza with them!
Recipe Variations
Roasted brussels sprouts with pears – Substitute the apples with an equal amount of pears
Add nuts Just before serving sprinkle in toasted walnuts, pecans, or almonds.
Meat – Sprinkle roasted Brussels sprouts with crumbled bacon, or crispy pieces of fried prosciutto.
Spicy roasted Brussels sprouts with apples – Add up to a teaspoon of red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
Change up the vinegar – Substitute balsamic vinegar with apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar.
Tips and questions
- If you prefer your Brussels sprouts less cooked, check them occasionally after 15 minutes of roasting time and remove them once they reach the texture that you like.
- For the best results, don’t overcrowd the pan and leave enough room for the hot air to circulate around the brussels sprouts.
- Save time and look for pre-cut brussels sprouts in your supermarket.
After rinsing the brussels sprouts in water, cut the bottoms off and remove any discolored leave on the outside. Then cut each sprout in half. If you prefer thinner pieces, cut the Brussels sprouts into three or four slices.
Yes, brussels sprouts are cruciferous vegetable that is full of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. When they are roasted in olive oil you will enjoy not only the flavor but the health benefits of that as well.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts cut into halves
- 1 large apple and cut into cubes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 clove crushed garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
- Prepare the ingredients: wash, trim, and cut the Brussels sprouts in half, peel and cut the apple into chunks, crush the garlic.
- Mix the 2 tablespoons vinegar, 4 tablespoons of oil, garlic clove, and 1 teaspoon of syrup together and set it aside.
- Place the prepared Brussels sprouts, apples, and garlic in a bowl and toss them with the balsamic oil mixture until all of the apples and Brussels sprouts are coated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the mixture onto the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
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I have roasted cranberries with brussels sprouts but never apples. I’ll bet it was amazing.
We are a brussels sprouts loving family, even little dude. We love them roasted, but have never added apples. I can’t wait to give this a try!
I love the flavor combo here! We love roasted Brussels sprouts in fall/winter – I need to try them with apples!
So yummy! This is such a fun way to eat Brussels sprouts! Paired with the apples, maple and hint of garlic is so special and would be perfect for any side dish or on the holiday table.
Those pans look great! I love roasted brussel sprouts – other than pureed into soup, it is the only way I really enjoy them! My kids will love this!
Brusseels sprouts are my Fall side dish! Never tried them with apples though, and I must. This looks wonderful!
After stopping at the market to get what I need, I’m heading home to make this tonight for dinner!! It’s such a beautiful (yet easy) fall side dish!! Love those walnuts on top!
thanks Megan!
Brussel sprouts is one of our favourite vegetables here! I will have to try it with apple, what an delicious combination.
Thank Yang!
I got giddy when I bought Brussels sprouts last week for the first time in months! They’re probably my favorite fall vegetable, and yours are so lovely and full of flavor!
It’s a happy time for us too when the are in season Lindsey!
Adding apples to these brussels is such a game changer! I will definitely make this for the Thanksgiving potluck. I cannot wait!
Enjoy!
Oh my, can;t wait to try these! The flavors!! I love roasted brussel sprouts…it is how i finally learned to love them!!
Thanks Tessa! Roasted Brussels sprouts are so good!
I love roasted brussels sprouts. I bet they’re delicious with balsamic vinegar.
I’ve never added apples to my brussel sprouts but it sounds so good. This is great for meal prep and I would love having these at the ready in the fridge for healthy eating all week.
Love Brussels sprouts especially when they are roasted in the oven !
I love roasting Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar but I’ve never added apples before – such a great idea!
Roasting veggies is the best.. Roasting with balsamic + apples.. YES!!
So many great ideas here..
I really need to make Brussels sprouts more often! These look delicious.
Roasting brussels sprouts is a revelation. Adding apples is genius!
I am not a huge Brussels Sprouts fan. but roasting them with maple syrup and apples would balance out the bitterness I’m sure.
I have a bag of Brussels in the fridge waiting to be eaten and I’m going to try them with the Balsamic like this! It sounds and looks yummy!
I bet the maple and the apples are just delicious! I can’t wait to try this!
Love the addition of apples…unique and flavorful! I’d definitely like to see these on my dinner table!
I’ve never made apples with my brussels– what a great combo idea! I’ll have to try it!
Love Brussel Sprouts ;but only roasted! So much tastier and no more soggy Brussels!
Love the idea of combining brussels sprouts and apples. Such a fantastic side dish!
This is to die for! I’ve done something similar with balsamic and dinosaur kale, yum.
I love roasted brussels sprouts! The apple and the balsamic make these even better!
what a great and yummy idea to pair up brussels sprouts with apples!