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My Air Fried Brussels Sprouts are crispy, earthy, and sweet! This super delicious recipe for brussels sprouts comes together in no time, and each batch takes just 8 minutes to cook in the air fryer. Air fryer brussels sprouts make an incredible side dish for any meal!
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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
One of my favorite side dishes to make is brussels sprouts. Brussels sprouts are honestly one of my family’s favorite vegetables, and the best thing about them is how well they pair with spicy and sweet flavors like sriracha, maple syrup, and honey.
Brussels sprouts are best when roasted, and I cannot even tell you how delicious they are in the air fryer! Air-fried brussels sprouts take your average roasted brussels sprouts recipe to the next level. They are crispy and so flavorful, and I love how quickly they cook!
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Paprika
- Turmeric
- Cumin
- Olive oil
- Maple syrup
Brussels sprouts pair very well with spicy and sweet flavors, so they are absolutely delicious with maple syrup. You can make them with other combinations, too, like my Honey Sriracha Roasted Brussels Sprouts or Brussels Sprouts Salad.
How to Air Fry Brussels Sprouts
- Mix breadcrumbs with paprika, cumin, and turmeric in a bowl. Chop brussels sprouts in half and add to a separate bowl with olive oil and maple syrup, mixing together until all sprouts are coated. Then, add the breadcrumb mixture to the brussels sprouts bowl and stir together well to coat completely.
- Evenly spread the brussels sprouts on your air fryer tray or in the basket, being careful not to overcrowd the air fryer. Air fry at 360°F for 8 minutes in batches until all brussels sprouts are done.
Air Fry Brussels Sprouts FAQs
Air fry fresh brussels sprouts for 8 minutes a batch. Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer! You can cook 2 pounds of brussels sprouts in under 30 minutes this way.
You can air fry frozen brussels sprouts by adding them to the air fryer at 360°F for a total of 25 minutes. Halfway through the cooking process, carefully remove them from the basket to toss with seasonings, sauces, and breadcrumbs (if using). Add back to the air fryer for the remaining half time.
Air fry brussels sprouts at 360°F. This will get them nice and crispy in just 8 minutes a batch for fresh brussels sprouts.
You do not need to soak brussels sprouts before cooking them in the air fryer, but do make sure to remove any browned leaves or soft spots.
What to Serve with Brussels Sprouts
- Smothered Pork Chops
- Pan Seared Pork Chops
- Buttermilk Roast Chicken
- Smoked Ham Recipe with Bourbon Glaze
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📋 Recipe
Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds brussels sprouts
- 1½ cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
See our Cooking Conversions Chart for help converting measurements!
Instructions
- Mix breadcrumbs with paprika, cumin, and turmeric in a bowl.1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1½ cups panko bread crumbs
- Chop brussels sprouts in half and add to a separate bowl with olive oil and maple syrup, mixing together until all sprouts are coated.3 Tablespoons olive oil, 2 Tablespoons maple syrup, 2 pounds brussels sprouts
- Add the breadcrumb mixture to the brussels sprouts bowl and stir together well to coat completely.
- Evenly spread the brussels sprouts on your air fryer tray or in the basket, being careful not to overcrowd the air fryer. Air fry at 360°F for 8 minutes in batches until all brussels sprouts are done. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
- You can air fry frozen brussels sprouts by adding them to the air fryer at 360°F for a total of 25 minutes. Halfway through the cooking process, carefully remove them from the basket to toss with seasonings, sauces, and breadcrumbs (if using). Add back to the air fryer for the remaining half time.
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