Awesome Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
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Awesome Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
Description
Awesome Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts features small whole sprouts trimmed and coated in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Each sprout is then wrapped in a half slice of bacon, secured with a toothpick, and placed on a baking sheet. A glaze of real maple syrup mixed with brown sugar is brushed on before baking, adding a rich sweetness that caramelizes in the oven. Baking at 400°F results in crispy bacon and tender sprouts, with the sugar glaze providing subtle sticky notes.
The combination of the sprouts’ natural slight bitterness and the salty, crispy bacon enriched by the maple and brown sugar coating delivers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The process of tossing the sprouts halfway through baking ensures even crispiness and caramelization.
Serve these warm as a flavorful side or appetizer. The bacon and sweet glaze make them especially suitable with simple main dishes, adding a meaty and sweet bite. Their size and packaging on individual toothpicks also make them convenient for serving at gatherings or meals requiring finger foods.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste, ground
- 1 pound Bacon cut in half
- ½ cup maple syrup real
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar packed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and set aside.
- Trim the stem ends of 1 pound Brussels sprouts and add them to a medium bowl. Toss them with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- Wrap each Brussels sprout with a half slice of the 1 pound bacon cut in half and secure with a toothpick. Lay them onto the baking sheet so they don't touch.
- In a small bowl whisk together ½ cup real maple syrup and 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar. Use a pastry brush to brush this over the tops of the Brussels sprouts.
- Bake for 30 minutes tossing them halfway through until the bacon is crisp and Brussels sprouts are tender. Remove immediately from the baking sheet and place them on a serving dish. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 464 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 464kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 524mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 512mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 598IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 64mg | 71% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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