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Maple bacon wrapped brussels sprouts
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Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

4.90 from 19 ratings
Bacon Wrapped brussel sprouts are the ultimate party appetizer. Brussel sprouts are wrapped in maple syrup brushed bacon and roasted to tender perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 36 brussel sprouts
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 84
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package bacon
  • 16-20 brussel sprouts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • black pepper to taste
Lemon Aioli
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder optional
Spicy Maple Syrup
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons chili flakes
  • black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. Wash and halve brussel sprouts. Toss with garlic powder and salt in a small mixing bowl. 
  3. Arrange bacon slices on a work surface. Brush with maple syrup and sprinkle with black pepper. 
  4. Slice bacon slices in half with a sharp knife.
  5. Beginning with the flat side of the brussel sprout, wrap bacon around tightly. Each bacon slice should wrap around 1-2 times. Secure end of bacon underneath the brussel sprout. 
  6. Arrange bacon wrapped brussel sprouts on prepared baking sheet. Brush with additional maple syrup and top with black pepper.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until brussel sprouts are tender and bacon is crisp. 
For Lemon Aioli:
  1. Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, and optional chili powder. Garnish with additional lemon zest.
For Spicy Maple Syrup
  1. Mix maple syrup, back pepper, and chili flakes. Add more or less chili flakes to taste. If you'd like it spicer, allow it to sit for 15-20 minutes before serving.

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