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Cranberry Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts

These vibrant Brussels sprouts are roasted to perfection with a delightful glaze of cranberry and maple, making them a crowd-pleasing side dish for your Thanksgiving feast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Brussels Sprouts, fresh Use fresh ones for the best texture; they will caramelize beautifully!
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Their tartness balances the sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup A natural sweetener with warm flavors.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Helps to achieve that perfect crisp.
  • 1 tbsp Sage, fresh Adds an earthy aroma; feel free to use fresh if you can find it!
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt Enhances all the flavors.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Enhances all the flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by trimming the ends off the Brussels sprouts, then slice them in half.
Mixing the Glaze
  1. In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with the glaze until they’re well-coated.
  2. Add the fresh cranberries, and sprinkle in torn sage leaves.
Roasting
  1. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet in an even layer.
  2. Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 30 minutes, or until the sprouts are golden brown.
Serving
  1. Once roasted to perfection, drizzle a bit more maple syrup if desired, and serve them warm.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan for equal roasting. Experiment with spices such as nutmeg or cinnamon. Use high-quality maple syrup for the best flavor.