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The air fryer is the perfect appliance for making Brussels sprouts. It has truly transformed this once unpopular vegetable into one of the most popular veggies on the plate.
If your only experience with Brussels sprouts has been the mushy, grayish green, boiled version you were served in the school cafeteria, you need to take another look, or better yet a taste. This old-fashioned vegetable has gotten a brand-new look thanks to the hottest small appliance in the kitchen, the air fryer.
An air fryer cooks food more quickly and efficiently than your oven by swirling hot air around the food inside, much like a mini convection oven. When Brussels sprouts tossed with a little oil and seasoned with salt and pepper get the air fryer treatment, they come out crispy on the outside, with a creamy, tender center.
No more mushy Brussels sprouts for your family. These addictive little crispy bites will have you serving Brussels sprouts for dinner on a regular basis.
Using the air fryer, and with just 5 minutes of prep time, you can get a delicious and nutritious vegetable on the dinner table in under 30 minutes. Air fryer Brussels sprouts are an easy way to get more vegetables into your diet, and with our recipe, it doesn’t get much easier. Take a look at our quick overview of how to cook Brussels sprouts in the air fryer, then read on for the full ingredients list and recipe.
Toss the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer (no need to spray or oil the basket) and cook, shaking the air fryer basket halfway through, until you have the crispy Brussels sprouts of your dreams. It’s that easy!
Crispy Brussels sprouts are all the rage on restaurant menus, but their crispiness is usually achieved with the help of a deep fryer. Luckily, you don’t have to fry Brussels in oil to get them ultra-crispy. An air fryer can give you close to the same results.
The trick to crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside air fryer Brussels sprouts is the time and temperature. If the temperature is too hot, the outside leaves will get browned and crispy before the inside is properly cooked, making them tough and unpleasant to eat. If the temperature is too low, the outside leaves won’t ever get the desired level of crispiness. We found that cooking the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes was the key to the best crispy Brussels sprouts.
While we like these crispy Brussels sprouts best hot out of the air fryer, you can successfully store and reheat any leftovers.
Leftover air fryer Brussels sprouts can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, place in the air fryer and heat for 2 to 3 minutes at 375°F or until heated through.
We don’t recommend freezing them though, as their texture can become mushy in the freezing/thawing process.
Now that you’ve mastered this air fryer Brussels sprouts recipe, it’s time to explore other air fryer recipes, and the options are limitless.
Air Fryer Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tenders: A main dish that’s sure to be a family favorite.
Air Fryer Sausage Crescent Cheese Balls: If you’re looking for a party appetizer or just a quick afternoon snack, these are sure to fit the bill.
Air Fryer Deep-Dish Pepperoni Pizza: When the pizza cravings hit, put the phone down. This pizza will be ready to eat before the delivery driver can get to your door.
Air Fryer Cinnamon Roll Bites: If your regular breakfast offerings need a little updating.
What’s for dinner? Check out this collection of surprisingly easy air fryer dinners that are sure to tempt your tastebuds.
Our air fryer Brussels sprouts recipe will show you how to make the best version of this popular side dish, but we’ve left the seasonings on the basic side, which leaves you with plenty of options when it comes to giving your sprouts a little extra flavor.
If you like it hot, try dousing the crispy Brussels sprouts with your favorite hot sauce or Buffalo wing sauce. In the mood for something cheesy? Just sprinkle a little shredded Parmesan on the hot sprouts. Then drizzle a little balsamic vinegar over the top. Looking for a little sweet heat? Add some red pepper flakes to the Brussels sprouts before cooking, then, when they come out of the air fryer, drizzle them with a little honey.
Air fryer temperature control settings vary according to brand and model. If your air fryer does not have the exact temperature setting called for in the recipe, consult your manual for suggested temperature settings.
Try dipping your crispy Brussels sprouts in ranch or blue cheese dressing. Or mix sriracha with a little mayonnaise for a spicy dipping sauce.
For even cooking, try buying Brussels sprouts that are all a similar size.
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3&½g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | ½g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | ½g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 320mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 17% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 4g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 2g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 4g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Potassium | 440mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 80% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
