These Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts are absolutely delicious. Perfectly caramelized in the air fryer, these roasted and crispy brussels sprouts are ready in under 10 minutes.
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My friends, these brussel sprouts in the air fryer are heavenly and caramelized and have an almost sweet taste thanks to roasting. They will become your go-to easy veggie side dish.
Looking for more delicious brussel sprout recipes? Check out these Honey Sriracha Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Frozen Brussel Sprouts, How to Freeze Brussel Sprouts, and Miso Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts.
In the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, I list two options for how to roast these brussel sprouts in the air fryer. One method involves putting raw sprouts in the basket, and the second method has you soak the sliced sprouts for 10-15 minutes.
The soaking method works best if you like your brussel sprouts with a softer texture, and/or you are working with large brussel sprouts. Prefer your roasted brussel sprouts al dente with some “bite” to them? Skip the soaking option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can. But, even just 1 tsp of olive oil will give you amazing results compared to not using any oil.
If you choose to not use oil, I highly recommend soaking the prepped sprouts in cool water for 10 minutes. This will help the sprouts cook evenly without burning.
If you’ve only tried boiled or steamed brussel sprouts, you’ve been missing out on so much flavor! Roasting brussel sprouts brings out a natural sweetness.
You can also add extra flavor by using olive oil, sea salt, bacon (yum!), shredded Parmesan cheese, and garlic.
One of my favorite ways to enjoy these brussel sprouts in the air fryer is by tossing them with a splash of soy sauce and sesame oil right before serving.
You can cut and prep the sprouts days ahead of time. Slice, wash, and store uncooked sprouts in an air-tight container for up to three days.
All the cooked sprouts to fully cool and then store them in an air-tight container for up to three days and reheat at 350F for 2-3 minutes. They’re a great make-ahead Thanksgiving dish!
Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
- Every person prefers their veggies roasted to a specific level. Use common sense and check on your brussels during the cooking process to see what works best for you.
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WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS
One serving has 1 WW Freestyle SmartPoints.
Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
These air fryer brussel sprouts are absolutely delicious. Perfectly caramelized in the air fryer, these roasted and crispy brussels sprouts are ready in under 10 minutes.
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Trim the bottom of the brussel sprouts, and cut them in half for medium or quarters for larger sprouts.
2 cups brussels sprouts
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If you prefer softer brussel sprouts, soak trimmed sprouts in room temperature water for 10-15 minutes. Drain, and then follow the steps below.
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Preheat air fryer to 370F degrees F for 2 minutes.
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Toss the sprouts in a bowl with olive oil and add to the air fryer.
1 tbsp olive oil
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Cook at 370F for 9 minutes (or to your desired level of crispy), shaking the basket at 5 minutes.
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Salt finished sprouts to taste.
1/4 tsp sea salt
- Every person prefers their veggies roasted to a specific level. Use common sense and check on your brussels during the cooking process to see what works best for you.
- You can cut and prep the sprouts days ahead of time. Slice, wash, and store uncooked sprouts in an air-tight container for up to three days.
Oven-Roasting Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450F degrees and place a rack on the lowest setting.
- Combine brussels and olive oil in a bowl. Toss to coat.
- Dump the bowl onto a rimmed baking sheet and spread the veggies around to give them space. Now, be annoyingly anal-retentive and make sure they are all cut side down on the pan. Annoying, but this is going to give you the best sear possible!
- Bake for 12 minutes. Stir, and bake for another 3-8 minutes depending on your desired level of crisp (I do 6 minutes).
Make sure the oven is fully preheated before you add the sprouts. The high heat helps to crisp them up without making them soggy. Cook on the bottom rack.
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
Amount Per Serving (0.75 cups)
Calories 50
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 156mg7%
Potassium 171mg5%
Carbohydrates 4g1%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 332IU7%
Vitamin C 37mg45%
Calcium 18mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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