Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and savory with Maple Glazed Brussels with Candied Pecans. This stunning side dish features caramelized Brussels sprouts drizzled in a rich maple glaze, complemented by crunchy, candied pecans. Perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, it’s an effortless way to impress your guests and elevate your meal. Each bite offers a burst of flavor and texture that will have everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 cup unsalted pecans
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While the sprouts are roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat and add pecans and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Cook for about 5 minutes until fragrant and caramelized.
- Drizzle the roasted Brussels sprouts with the remaining maple syrup, add the candied pecans, and mix gently.
- Return everything to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, then serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg