I was a Brussels Sprout lover a long time before this recipe. One of my signature dishes is sprouts with bacon. But this Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts recipe right here just upped my brussels game.
Fresh vs Frozen
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but this recipe doesn’t work with frozen Brussels sprouts. Fresh sprouts are the way to go.
Of course they will cook, but since frozen retains so much more water, not all of it will evaporate and you’ll have mushy sprouts.
Ingredients
You will easily be able to find these air fryer brussels sprouts ingredients at your local grocery store.
- Brussels sprouts – You want to make sure your brussels sprouts are trimmed. If a few of the outer leaves fall off, don’t throw them out! The loose leaves get extra crispy, almost like potato chips.
- Olive oil – We coat the brussels sprouts in oil so that they don’t stick to the fryer basket. You could also use another neutral oil like avocado oil instead of extra virgin olive oil.
- Coarse sea salt – To add some flavor to these sprouts, I like to sprinkle a little sea salt. Keep in mind that different salts measure differently
Variations
These air fryer brussels sprouts are really quite basic. There are plenty of toppings and seasonings you can add to these crispy brussels sprouts up a notch.
- Garlic powder
- Balsamic vinegar
- Balsamic reduction
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Parmesan cheese
- Maple syrup
- Italian seasoning
- Onion powder
- Hot honey
- Soy sauce
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Cajun seasoning
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
You are going to love how easy it is to get this great side dish on the dinner table!
- Prepare air fryer. Preheat air fryer to 370-380 degrees.
- Toss sprouts in oil. Toss Brussels Sprouts in olive oil to coat using the least possible amount.
- Add to air fryer basket. Transfer sprouts to air fryer basket.
- Cook. Cook for 13 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Add toppings. Remove and serve with your favorite sauce or seasoning.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Air fryer vegetable recipes pair perfectly with any weeknight dinner. I like to serve them with a main course like pork chops or a juicy steak.
You can pair them with other simple side dish recipes like sweet potatoes, air fryer cauliflower, air fryer broccoli, air fryer carrots, air fryer zucchini or any other air fryer veggie recipes that you like.
Storage and Freezing
How to Store
Once cooled to room temperature, transfer leftover Brussels sprouts to an airtight container and store them for 2-3 days in the fridge.
Can I Freeze Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts?
Freeze Brussels sprouts in a freezer-safe container or a resealable plastic bag for up to 3 months. To minimize the sprouts sticking together, you may want to place them on a sheet pan in a single layer and flash freeze them before transferring them to more permanent storage in the freezer.
More Holiday Side Dishes
We think about main dishes and desserts for holidays, but sides often get overlooked. Here are some of my favorite from other blogger friends.
Wednesday Holiday Side Dish Recipes:
- Baby Yams with Honey Apple Syrup by Palatable Pastime
- Candied Butternut Squash by Our Good Life
- Cheesy Brussels Sprouts Bake by Sweet Beginnings
- Cranberry Kissed Green Beans by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Easy Corn Pudding by Lemon Blossoms
- Garlic Mushrooms by House of Nash Eats
- Green Bean and Cauliflower Gratin by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Maple Glazed Delicata Squash by A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots by Blogghetti
- Sophisticated Green Bean Casserole by An Affair from the Heart
- Spinach Orzo Salad by Shockingly Delicious
- Twice Baked Butternut Squash by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Wild Rice Salad: Make ahead Thanksgiving SIde by West Via Midwest
- Wild Rice Supreme by The Fresh Cooky
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups Brussels Sprouts , trimmed*
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- Coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 370°-380°F degrees.
- Toss the Brussels Sprouts in the olive oil to coat, using the least possible amount.
- Transfer the sprouts to the Air Fryer basket.
- Cook for 13 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Remove and serve with your favorite sauce or seasoning.
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!
Video
Notes
- 1 inch or smaller- leave whole
- 1 inch diameter- cut in half
- 1 inch+ cut into thirds or quarters
Nutrition
My daughter was just telling me how delicious brussels are made in the air fryer. Your photos prove her point. They look perfect.
You’ll love them! Even non brussels lovers tend to think they are pretty good. Let us know when you do!
I love that you used an air fryer to make these!
That car Eliza toon is making me swoon. Those look so good!
Totally trying these soon. WE love Brussels Sprouts and use our Air Fryer all the time!
I LOVE Brussels Sprouts! Look at all of that crispy goodness. This will be on my holiday menu.
I was looking for a new brussels sprouts recipe to try, and here it is! Fantastic images, and the steps sound so easy to follow!
Oh yum! These look great for Thanksgiving, and I’ve been meaning to break out my air fryer. Thanks for sharing!
I love using my air fryer, but I’ve never done sprouts in them before. This recipe looks easy and those pictures make me drool, so I’m going to try them! I bet they’ll be delish!
It is literally one of my favorites things to make in the AF. I make them about once a week!
I’ve been on the fence about buying an air fryer for so long but just seeing how amazing these brussel sprouts look has convinced me to buy one! Saving this recipe to try when it comes in!
I was too, but I really like mine.
My husband is going to love this recipe! I can’t wait to make this! Looks so delicious and tasty!