Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are crispy and caramelized with a sweet and spicy honey glaze. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy Brussels sprouts every time. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Bowl Recipe and Sweet and Tangy Cranberry Meatballs for Easy Dinner.
Why This Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside
- Sweet and spicy honey glaze
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout
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.
- Brussels sprouts
- Honey
- Sriracha
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Optional: Toasted almonds
- Optional: Shaved Parmesan
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Brussels sprouts: Trim and halve any large sprouts.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Air fryer — Even cooking and perfect crispiness → See on Amazon
- Sriracha — Adds a kick of heat to the honey glaze → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare Brussels sprouts: Trim and halve any large sprouts. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Air fry: Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Make the glaze: Mix honey, Sriracha, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss and serve: Toss hot Brussels sprouts in the glaze. Top with toasted almonds and shaved Parmesan if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout
- : For even cooking, make sure Brussels sprouts are in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Common mistake and fix: If Brussels sprouts are not crispy, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or increase the temperature to 425°F (220°C).
- : For a milder glaze, reduce the amount of Sriracha or omit it entirely.
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 for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Brussels sprouts can be prepared up to a day ahead. Air fry and toss in the glaze just before serving.
Freezing Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout
Freezing is not recommended for this dish.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the glaze.
- Best substitution: Substitute Brussels sprouts with broccoli or cauliflower.
- Make-ahead: Brussels sprouts can be prepared up to a day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If Brussels sprouts are not crispy, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or increase the temperature to 425°F (220°C).
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Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts
- Honey
- Sriracha
- Garlic
- Olive oil
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
Optional Toppings
- Toasted almonds
- Shaved Parmesan
Instructions
- Prepare Brussels sprouts: Trim and halve any large sprouts. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Air fry: Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Make the glaze: Mix honey, Sriracha, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss and serve: Toss hot Brussels sprouts in the glaze. Top with toasted almonds and shaved Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the glaze.
- Best substitution: Substitute Brussels sprouts with broccoli or cauliflower.
- Make-ahead: Brussels sprouts can be prepared up to a day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If Brussels sprouts are not crispy, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or increase the temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this dish.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Brussels sprouts can be prepared up to a day ahead. Air fry and toss in the glaze just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Spice – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, you can prepare Brussels sprouts up to a day ahead. Air fry and toss in the glaze just before serving.
If Brussels sprouts are not crispy, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or increase the temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Yes, you can bake Brussels sprouts in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through.
You can substitute Brussels sprouts with broccoli or cauliflower.
For a milder glaze, reduce the amount of Sriracha or omit it entirely.
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!
