This is a side dish recipe that is perfect for any holiday. Spicy Bacon Jam Brussel Sprouts will wow your guests and leave everyone running for seconds!
If you are looking for some more delicious side dish recipes, then you have to try this crispy broccoli with lemon pepper seasoning, my sweet and sour beans, my creamy mushroom risotto, or my crispy roasted kalettes.
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These aren't your average brussel sprouts. Combining flavours of red pepper jelly, bacon, and crispy roasted brussel sprouts they are unlike anything you have ever tasted.
Serve these alongside your holiday meal and they will be the first thing gone, guaranteed.
(I have first hand evidence that these brussel sprouts have converted the biggest brussel sprout haters into brussel sprout lovers!)
Ingredients To Make Spicy Bacon Jam Brussel Sprouts
A full list of ingredients with exact quantities can be found on the free printable recipe card below.
Roasting the Brussel Sprouts
First things first, preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Now, in a large mixing bowl combine the brussel sprouts, extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss to combine and fully coat the brussel sprouts.
Transfer the brussel sprouts to the large aluminum foil lined baking sheet and arrange them cut side down, in a single layer.
Bake for 25 minutes, until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy.
Making The Bacon Jam
To prepare the spicy bacon jam sauce, in a medium sized saucepan combine the cooked bacon, red pepper jelly, brown sugar, lemon juice and garlic. Then, stir to combine.
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Over medium heat bring the sauce mixture to a boil.
Once the sauce has started boiling, lower the heat to a simmer. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let cool.
The Finishing Touches
After the brussel sprouts have finished baking and they are nice and crispy, transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Pour the sauce over top of the brussel sprouts and toss to combine.
Transfer the spicy bacon jam brussel sprouts to a serving plate and serve immediately.
Storage
Prepared brussel sprouts can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
To reheat: Transfer the brussel sprouts to a frying pan and over medium heat, heat for 5-10 minutes until hot.
More Holiday Side Dish Recipes
These brussel sprouts are a part of our 12 Days of Christmas Series - Season 2. Check out Day 8: Brown Butter Snickerdoodles! 🎄
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- 2 lbs Brussel Sprouts halved
- 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 4-5 pieces of Bacon cooked and chopped
- ½ cup Red Pepper Jelly
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar
- 1 ½ Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 Cloves of Garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large bowl combine the brussel sprouts, extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Transfer the brussel sprouts to the lined baking sheet and arrange them cut side down. Bake for 25 minutes.
- While the brussel sprouts are baking, prepare the sauce.
- To prepare the sauce, in a medium sized saucepan combine the cooked bacon, red pepper jelly, brown sugar, lemon juice and garlic. Stir to combine and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once the sauce has reached the boiling point, lower the heat to a simmer and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- After the brussel sprouts have finished baking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm sauce over top of the brussel sprouts and toss to combine.
- Transfer to a serving plate and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator and it will vary based on the ingredients that you use.
Gina Gambino says
Sounds delicious! Wondering if i can substitute the red pepper jelly for something else? Suggestions?
Jessica says
Absolutely! You can use any jam or jelly for this recipe. Personally I would use raspberry jam to keep some of the tangy-ness.
Tình says
Thankyou ! i love chili and taste spicy
Kelly Jones says
I like my Brussels a little more crispy, so I added five minutes- this dish is delicious!
Jessica says
We are so happy that you loved it!