# Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts: Crispy Roasted Sprouts with a Sweet-Spicy Garlic Glaze
This recipe turns ordinary Brussels sprouts into a tray-worthy side that gets eaten straight off the pan. It focuses on two things: building a deeply browned, crisp exterior on halved sprouts and finishing them with a glossy, balanced hot-honey-style glaze. The method is straightforward and designed for a busy weeknight or a holiday spread.
What you'll need
Main ingredients: halved Brussels sprouts, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder for roasting. For the glaze: honey, hot sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, unsalted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and a little apple cider vinegar. Optional finishers include crumbled feta or goat cheese, toasted nuts, or fresh herbs.
Prep is light: trim and halve the sprouts so the cut sides can brown properly. The recipe serves about 6–8 and is gluten-free and vegetarian.
Quick method
- 1Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking tray with parchment. Toss sprouts with oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Spread them cut-side down in a single layer.
- 2Roast undisturbed for 20 minutes to form a caramelized crust. Flip and roast another 5–10 minutes until edges are deeply browned and crispy.
- 1Toss the hot, crispy sprouts through the glaze immediately before serving. Finish with crumbled feta or goat's cheese, herbs, or toasted nuts if desired.
Why the timing and technique matter
Variations and adjustments
- Use a store-bought hot honey: substitute about 1/3 to 1/2 cup hot honey for the honey, hot sauce, and chili flakes. Start low and taste, since heat levels vary.
- Dial the heat up or down: change the hot sauce amount and crushed red pepper to match your preferences. Serve extra hot sauce on the side for heat-sensitive diners.
Serving ideas
These sprouts work as a stand-alone vegetarian main or as a side for roast chicken, grilled steak, or roasted fish. They fit into holiday spreads alongside other roasted vegetables and proteins, and they can be roasted a day ahead and reheated before glazing if needed.
The recipe aims to deliver maximum crunch and a sticky, balanced sweet-heat glaze with minimal fuss and everyday pantry ingredients.