Description
These Garlic Butter Brussels Sprouts are perfectly roasted until crisp, then tossed in a flavorful garlic honey butter sauce and finished with melted parmesan cheese. This easy side dish is packed with savory, sweet, and spicy notes, making it irresistible even for those who typically shy away from Brussels sprouts.
Ingredients
Scale
Brussels Sprouts
- 1 ½ – 1 ¾ pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garlic Honey Butter Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4-6 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 3 – 4 teaspoons honey
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
Finishing Touch
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prep Brussels Sprouts: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 450ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil sprayed with cooking spray. In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and a generous pinch of black pepper to coat evenly.
- Roast Brussels Sprouts: Spread the Brussels sprouts out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 18-20 minutes, tossing them about halfway through, until they are crisp and browned on the edges.
- Prepare Garlic Honey Butter: About 5 minutes before the Brussels sprouts finish roasting, combine the butter, minced garlic, honey, cayenne pepper, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute until the butter is fully melted. Stir well to blend the flavors.
- Toss with Garlic Honey Butter: When the Brussels sprouts are done roasting, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the garlic honey butter sauce over them. Toss well to coat evenly and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
- Finish Baking: Return the coated Brussels sprouts to the baking sheet and place back into the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the parmesan cheese has melted and the flavors have melded.
- Serve Warm: Remove from oven and serve immediately for a delicious and savory side dish.
Notes
- These Garlic Butter Brussels Sprouts are a flavorful upgrade that may convert even Brussels sprout skeptics.
- Tossing the sprouts with a garlic honey butter sauce right after roasting maximizes flavor and texture.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level for a mild to spicy kick.
- Using fresh garlic ensures a bright and aromatic sauce.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the sprouts at their crispiest and freshest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
