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    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    December 9, 2022 by Keto Cooking Christian Leave a Comment

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    These incredible Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts are perfectly tender on the inside, caramelized and crispy on the outside and glazed with delicious sugar-free honey butter.

    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts in white bowl

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    ❤️ Why You’ll Love this Keto Brussels Sprouts Recipe

    • Sweet, caramelized honey butter flavor
    • Easy to make in one pan
    • Tasty way to dress up plain Brussels sprouts
    • Family friendly
    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts holding one up on fork

    Brussels sprouts have a bad reputation for being bitter, but they don't have to be. When they're roasted at a high temperature, they caramelize which brings out their natural sweetness.

    If you have picky eaters that are on the fence about trying them, this recipe will win them over. These brussels sprouts are perfectly seasoned giving them a nice savory flavor, then roasted in a sugar-free honey butter that makes them seriously additive.

    closeup of Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts in white bowl

    Crispy, tender, sweet, savory, with just a small kick of heat, these roasted brussels sprouts make the ultimate low carb side dish for Thanksgiving, the holidays or any weeknight meal.

    🛒 What’s in Crispy Brussels Sprouts

    • Brussels sprouts
    • Butter
    • Sugar-free Keto honey
    • Olive oil
    • Smoked paprika
    • Salt
    • Red pepper flakes

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

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    • Baking sheet
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    • Mixing bowl

    🔪 How to Roast Brussels Sprouts in the Oven

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

    brussels sprouts in glass bowl with spices on top

    Wash, dry and slice your Brussels sprouts in half, then add them to a mixing bowl.  Make sure they are well dried using paper towels otherwise they won’t crisp up in the oven.

    Brussels Sprouts with spices and oil in glass bowl

    Drizzle them with the olive oil, smoked paprika, salt and pepper, then toss to combine.

    Tip: If you like a little heat, you could also add a pinch of cayenne pepper as well.

    raw brussels sprouts with spices on parchment lined baking sheet

    Spread out the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes.

    Tip: Alternatively, you could fry your Brussels sprouts then toss them in the honey butter after they've been fried and drained.

    honey and butter in glass bowl unmixed

    During the last 5 minutes of roasting, add the honey and butter to a small microwave safe bowl and heat just until both are melted and warm, then whisk to combine.

    honey butter being poured over roasted brussels sprouts in glass bowl

    Remove them from the oven, pour them back into the original mixing bowl and pour the honey butter over the top.  Toss to combine, making sure each piece is coated.

    honey roasted brussels sprouts in glass bowl with purple spatula

    Pour them back onto the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for another 10 minutes or until slightly caramelized and cooked through. 

    Sprinkle some of the (optional) red pepper flakes over the tops of the oven roasted brussels sprouts and serve.

    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts on parchment lined baking sheet

    Are Brussel Sprouts OK for Keto Diet?

    They certainly are. Brussels sprouts are a high a fiber, low-calorie, and low net carb vegetable. They pack a lot of nutrients as well, which makes them a tasty and healthy food for most any diet. Check out their health benefits in this article on Healthline.

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    What are the Carbs in Brussels Sprouts?

    Though they have a few more carbs than some green veggies, brussels sprouts are still considered low carb. There are 7 net carbs in one cup of cooked Brussels sprouts.

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    Tips for Buying and Cooking the Best Brussels Sprouts

    • Color: When shopping for brussels sprouts, look for bright green leaves without any browning or yellowing.
    • Shape and size: The leaves should be tight and snug against one another. For a sweeter flavor, you should look for smaller brussels sprouts because the larger they are, the more bitter they can be.
    • Packaging: Avoid packages of brussels sprouts that have moisture. Brussels sprouts that cannot breathe will sweat and create moisture. The moisture can create mold and you don't want that.
    • Trim the stem: Before cooking brussels sprouts, trim the woody ends, leaving the sprout itself in place.
    • Dry them: After you wash them lay them out on paper towels until they are completely dry.
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    How Do You Make Brussels Sprouts Taste Better?

    Even though raw brussels sprouts are bitter, when you roast them, they taste sweeter and are much milder. You also want to make sure you season them well to help balance out their flavor.

    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts holding one up on fork

    Why Won't My Brussels Sprouts Get Crispy?

    When roasted brussels sprouts are not crisping up, it's most likely due to moisture from washing them getting trapped in the layers. The moisture turns to steam when they are cooking which can make them soggy.

    Make sure you always allow time for them to dry really well on paper towels before cooking them. Another key to crispy brussels sprouts is to toss them generously in oil.

    closeup of Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts in white bowl

    What Can I Use Instead of Honey?

    This sugar free honey really gives this brussels sprouts a nice, sweet flavor. Another option is to use a sugar free maple syrup.

    More Keto Brussels Sprouts Recipes

    • Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
    • Shredded Brussels Sprouts
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    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts in white bowl

    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts are perfectly tender on the inside, caramelized and crispy on the outside and glazed with delicious sugar-free honey butter.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Author: Julianne
    Course: Side Dish
    Calories: 166
    Servings: 4

    INGREDIENTS

    • 1 pound Brussels sprouts
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 2 tablespoons sugar-free Keto honey
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F.
    • Wash, dry and slice your Brussels sprouts in half, then add them to a mixing bowl. Make sure they are well dried using paper towels otherwise they won’t crisp up in the oven.
    • Drizzle them with the olive oil, smoked paprika, salt and pepper, then toss to combine.
    • Spread out the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes.
    • During the last 5 minutes of roasting, add the honey and butter to a small microwave safe bowl and heat just until both are melted and warm, then whisk to combine.
    • Remove them from the oven, pour them back into the original mixing bowl and pour the honey butter over the top. Toss to combine, making sure each piece is coated.
    • Pour them back onto the baking sheet and bake for another 10 minutes or until slightly caramelized and cooked through. Sprinkle some of the (optional) red pepper flakes over the tops and serve.
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    Nutrition Facts
    Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 166 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 5g31%
    Carbohydrates 10g3%
    Fiber 4g17%
    Protein 4g8%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol- Swerve, Erythritol, Allulose, or Monk Fruit.

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