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Air fryer bacon wrapped Brussels sprouts with crispy bacon, caramelized Brussels sprouts, glossy roasted finish, and steam rising, served as a savory appetizer or flavorful side dish.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts - Crispy, Savory, and So Easy

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved if large
  • 8–10 slices thin-cut bacon (thin is best for crisping)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, helps seasoning stick)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or onion powder (optional)
  • 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional glaze)
  • Toothpicks (optional, to secure the bacon)
  • Cooking spray for the air fryer basket

Instructions

  • Prep the sprouts: Rinse, trim the stem ends, and remove any damaged outer leaves. If the sprouts are larger than a golf ball, cut them in half. Smaller sprouts can stay whole.
  • Season: Toss sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Keep it light—bacon adds salt too.
  • Cut the bacon: Slice each bacon strip in half crosswise. Shorter pieces wrap neatly and cook through faster.
  • Wrap: Wrap one piece of bacon around each sprout, slightly overlapping the ends. Secure with a toothpick if needed, piercing through the seam. Place seam-side down for best results.
  • Preheat the air fryer: Set to 390–400°F (200–205°C) for 3–5 minutes. Lightly spray the basket so the bacon doesn’t stick.
  • Arrange in the basket: Space the sprouts out in a single layer with some room between them. This helps the air circulate and crisp the bacon.
  • Air fry: Cook for 10–15 minutes, turning halfway. Start checking at 10 minutes. You want browned, crisp bacon and a tender sprout when pierced with a knife.
  • Optional glaze: In the last 2 minutes, brush lightly with maple syrup or honey for a glossy, sweet finish. Cook until sticky and caramelized.
  • Rest and serve: Let them cool 2–3 minutes. The bacon will firm up and get even crispier. Serve warm.