Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe for Thanksgiving

🍯✨ Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts: The Showstopping Thanksgiving Side Dish ✨🍁

Crispy caramelized sprouts with sweet balsamic glaze, tart cranberries and crunchy pecans - this might just upstage your turkey!

Why This is the Best Brussels Sprouts Recipe for Holidays

Move over, Sweet Potato Thanksgiving dishes - these Holiday Roasted Brussel Sprouts are about to become your new favorite! Perfect for both Non Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner spreads and classic feasts, this recipe combines:

• Crispy roasted sprouts with caramelized edges
• Sweet-tart balsamic reduction
• Festive Brussel Sprouts With Cranberries And Pecans
• Optional bacon for richness (try our Brussel Sprouts Bacon Cranberries Pecans variation!)

It's the ultimate Brussels Sprout Thanksgiving Side that works equally well as Friendsgiving Side Dishes or Christmas Brussel Sprout Recipes.

Ingredients (Serves 8)

Main Components:

• 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, halved
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Glaze & Toppings:

• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 2 oz crumbled bacon (optional)

💡 Pro Tip: For a restaurant-worthy presentation like 54th Street Brussel Sprouts, add roasted butternut squash (Squash Brussel Sprouts Cranberries style)!

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Brussels Sprouts

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim sprouts and cut in half. Toss with oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.

2. Roast to Perfection

Roast for 20 minutes, flip, then roast 10-15 more minutes until crispy and charred at edges.

3. Make the Balsamic Glaze

While sprouts roast, simmer balsamic vinegar and honey in a saucepan until reduced by half (about 5 minutes).

4. Assemble Your Masterpiece

Toss roasted sprouts with glaze, then top with Cranberry Glazed Brussel Sprouts toppings: cranberries, pecans, and optional bacon for that Brussels Sprouts Cranberries Pecans magic!

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

This versatile dish works for all your Thanksgiving Sides Recipes planning:

• Up to 2 days ahead: Roast sprouts (without toppings) and refrigerate. Reheat at 350°F before serving.
• Glaze storage: Keep reduced balsamic in fridge for 1 week.
• Leftovers? Amazing in salads or grain bowls!

Serving Suggestions

Pair these Cranberry Roasted Brussel Sprouts with:

• Other Thanksgiving Sides Dishes like mashed potatoes and green bean casserole
• Cute Thanksgiving Treats for a balanced Thanksgiving Spread
• As part of a Non Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner with roasted chicken or vegetarian mains

Recipe Variations

1. Winter Squash Upgrade

Add cubed butternut squash before roasting (Squash Brussel Sprouts Cranberries style) for extra color and sweetness.

2. 54th Street Copycat

Emulate restaurant-style 54th Street Brussel Sprouts with extra bacon and a drizzle of sriracha honey.

3. Vegan Version

Skip bacon and use maple syrup instead of honey for plant-based Friendsgiving Side Dishes.

Why This Recipe Works

Unlike soggy boiled sprouts, this Brussels Sprouts Thanksgiving Side delivers:

• Texture contrast: Crispy sprouts + chewy cranberries + crunchy pecans
• Flavor balance: Bitter sprouts + sweet glaze + tart cranberries
• Visual appeal: Festive red and green makes it perfect for Christmas Brussel Sprout Recipes too!

🍽️ More Holiday Favorites: Explore our other Thanksgiving Sides Recipes and Cute Thanksgiving Treats to complete your feast!