Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

These super crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts have become my go-to side dish recipe for quick and easy dinners! I add Parmesan and balsamic for the most delicious flavor, but this recipe is so versatile when it comes to seasonings and add-ins. Cooking brussels sprouts in my Air Fryer is so fast (12 minutes), I never have to worry about last-minute side dishes again!

My Air Fryer has become my favorite kitchen appliance over the last few years because it makes it so easy to cook quick, healthy, and easy dishes. And this Air Fryer Brussels sprouts recipe is the perfect example! It’s basically 2 steps to make this crispy veggie side dish (toss and cook), and the balsamic glaze just makes them unbelievably tasty.

Ingredients for Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Brussels Sprouts: Fresh or frozen Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half.
Olive Oil: Helps the sprouts cook and makes them crispy. Another high smoke point oil will work too.
Seasonings: A simple mix of garlic and onion powder, plus salt and pepper, is all you need.
Balsamic Glaze: This adds a sweet and tangy finish for serving. Skip if you prefer.
Parmesan: Freshly grated Parmesan makes them a little cheesy.

Feel free to toss in some cooked bacon crumbles, feta or another cheese instead of Parmesan, or drizzle with honey or maple syrup instead of balsamic. Or if you want to change up the seasonings, try swapping in a seasoning mix like ranch mix, Italian seasoning, or Herbes de Provence.

A bowl filled with crispy Brussels sprouts drizzled with balsamic.

Tips to Make ’em Crispy

The secret to good Brussels sprouts is all in the texture! There’s nothing worse than soggy sprouts, but that’s not a problem here. Cooking Brussels sprouts in the Air Fryer is a great way to get the same crispy texture you’d get from roasting them in the oven, but this method is so much faster.

Cutting Brussels sprouts in half (or quarters) ensures that the center gets soft and tender, while the outside gets a caramelized and slightly crunchy finish without burning.

Fully coating them in cooking oil also helps to crisp everything up, and I always shake up my Air Fryer basket about halfway through to make sure every side is exposed to the circulating heat.

And my final (or maybe first) tip: be sure to fully dry your sprouts after washing so there’s no extra moisture, which will create a steaming effect instead of “frying”.

How to Store and Reheat

Store leftover Brussels sprouts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for 3 months. Fully thaw in the fridge after freezing.

I recommend reheating these Brussels sprouts in the Air Fryer to crisp them back up. 5 minutes in the fryer at 350°F should do the trick!

A bowl of air fried balsamic Brussels sprouts.

Serving Suggestions

It’s so convenient being able to cook these balsamic Brussels sprouts in the Air Fryer in just 15 minutes while I get dinner ready. They pair so well with any main dish, but I love matching them with honey balsamic chicken or Parmesan pork chops. Because they get crisp like fries, they also make a healthy balance for stovetop burgers or crispy chicken sandwiches!

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Recipe

This super simple and quick Air Fryer Brussels sprouts recipe is a winning side dish for any dinner. A few ingredients and 15 minutes is all it takes!

Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 12

Total Time 17

Servings

Calories 113kcal

Author Krista Teigen

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 pound Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
grated Parmesan cheese
balsamic glaze

Instructions

Add the Brussels sprouts, olive oil, and seasoning to a large bowl, and toss to combine.

1 pound Brussels sprouts, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Transfer the Brussels sprouts to the Air Fryer basket.
Air-fry for 11-12 minutes at 370℉ until browned on the edges.
Top with extra ground pepper, parmesan cheese, and balsamic glaze to serve.

grated Parmesan cheese, balsamic glaze

Notes

To change the flavor, simply swap out the listed seasonings in Step 1 for your preferred herbs, spices, or seasonings. The toppings and add-ins in Step 4 can easily be swapped too.
Shake the Air Fryer basket halfway through the cook time to help rearrange the sprouts and make sure they’re all getting nice and crisp.

Frozen Brussels Sprouts: To Air Fry frozen brussels sprouts, increase the cooking time by 5-10 minutes, until the center is cooked through.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.

Nutrition

How to Cook Brussels Sprouts in the Air Fryer Step by Step

Prep: Begin by prepping 1 pound of Brussels sprouts for cooking. Trim and cut them in half to remove the hard base. I also recommend washing and patting them completely dry. This can all be done ahead of time so they’re ready to use!

Season: Add the Brussels sprouts, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, a ½ teaspoon of salt, a ½ teaspoon of onion powder, a ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, and a ¼ teaspoon of ground black pepper to a large bowl, and toss to fully combine.

mixing seasoned brussels sprouts in a glass mixing bowl with a rubber spatula.

Cook: Transfer the Brussels sprouts to the Air Fryer basket, and cook for 11-12 minutes at 370℉ until browned on the edges.

brussels sprouts in the basket of an Air Fryer.

Finish: Transfer the sprouts to a serving dish and top with extra ground pepper, parmesan cheese, and balsamic glaze to serve. Use as much or as little you like!