Pepper Jelly Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Side view of a brown and serving bowl filled with crispy air-fried pepper jelly Brussels sprouts topped with crumbled bacon.

5 from 3 votes

Pepper Jelly Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Pepper Jelly Brussels Sprouts with Bacon are an easy air fryer side dish that combines sweet heat with smoky bacon for a crowd pleasing flavor.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts, Air Fryer Side Dish, Bacon Brussels Sprouts, Brussels Sprouts side dish, Easy Side Dish Recipes, Pepper Jelly Glaze, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Roasted Vegetables, Spicy Brussels Sprouts

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 218kcal

Author Shelby Law Ruttan

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound brussel sprouts
2 tablespoons kosher salt
⅓ cup sweet hot pepper jelly
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ cup bacon chopped

Instructions

In a small bowl add pepper jelly, cayenne powder, and red pepper flecks. Mix until ingredients are incorporated throughout and set aside.
Fill a medium pot halfway with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil.Add the Brussel sprouts and parboil for 5 minutes.
Pour the Brussels into a strainer and rinse in cold water for 3 minutes or until cold enough to touch.
Pat dry the Brussel sprouts and transfer them to a cutting board.Trim and cut Brussels in half.
Covering the surface with aluminum foil, place the Brussel sprouts in an even layer on an air fryer basket or tray and cook at 400℉ for 4 minutes.
Flip the Brussels and cook for an additional 4 minutes or until desires crisp-tender texture.
Once finished cooking, transfer the brussel sprouts to a large bowl.
Using a rubber spatula pour the pepper jelly mixture on top of the brussel sprouts and mix, occasionally scraping any excess jelly from the sides.
Sprinkle in the bacon bits, stir until evenly distributed, and enjoy!

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