Perfectly crispy Brussels sprouts in the air fryer in just 10 minutes. A quick and easy side dish that is delicious on a roast dinner. Even the biggest Brussels sprouts critics will LOVE these Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts.
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Crispy Brussels sprouts sprinkled with Parmesan cheese are delicious as a side dish for a roast dinner, or even just to snack on. A great way to save space in the oven or on the hob.
Cooking them in the air fryer is a game changer as it gets them perfectly crisp, with minimal oil and all in 10 minutes.
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Brussels sprouts - Make sure to choose fresh Brussels sprouts, as this will make all the difference to the finished dish. There are more tips on how to choose them below.
- Parmesan - This not only adds flavour, but helps to give some extra crispiness to air fryer Brussels sprouts. Parmesan Brussels sprouts in the air fryer is the way to go.
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Variations
- Mix in some balsamic vinegar at the same time as the olive oil. Once cooked, it gives the air fryer Brussels sprouts a lovely caramelisation.
- Paprika and cayenne is nice if you want a spicy smoky flavour.
- What some heat? Drizzle some sriracha just before serving or some hot honey - that's my favourite.
- Chop up some bacon and cook it at the same time as the Brussels sprouts.
How to Cook Brussels Sprouts in the Air Fryer
- Step 1: Trim the stems off of the sprouts and remove any loose outer leaves. Cut the sprouts in half. You can do this a couple of days in advance and then keep them covered in the fridge until you are ready to use.
- Step 2: Put the sprouts into a bowl and add the oil, salt and pepper. Carefully toss to coat the sprouts.
- Step 3: Put the coated sprouts into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Step 4: Cook at 180°C for 10-12 minutes. Shaking halfway through cooking.
- Step 5: Serve the cooked sprouts topped with grated Parmesan (optional).
Dannii's Top Tips
- Make sure all the Brussels sprouts are a similar size so that they all cook at the same rate.
- If you have a lot of sprouts, or a small air fryer, then you will need to cook these in batches. You need space in the air fryer to get hot air to circulate and get them crispy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, if you don't have any fresh or you just want to save yourself some time then you can use frozen. With frozen they are already trimmed and cleaned, so there is no prep at all. They are also really budget friendly and it means you can make this recipe out of season. Don't let them defrost first, you can put them in the air fryer from frozen and cook at 200°C for 10-12 minutes. They won't get quite as crispy though.
If you have any leftovers of these, then once they have come to room temperature they can be put into an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator for for 3 days. You can reheat them in the air fryer for 2 minutes. We wouldn't recommend freezing leftover air fryer Brussel sprouts as they will become mushy once thawed.
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Recipe
Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
Ingredients
- 400 g (14 oz) of Brussels sprouts
- 2 teaspoon of Olive oil
- 2 pinch of Sea salt
- 2 pinch of Ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoon of Parmesan - grated; optional
Instructions
- Trim the stalks off of 400 g of Brussels sprouts and remove any loose leaves. Cut the sprouts in half.
- Put the sprouts into a bowl and add 2 tsp of Olive oil, 2 pinch of Sea salt and 2 pinch of Ground black pepper. Carefully mix to coat the sprouts.
- Put the coated sprouts into the air fryer basket.
- Cook on the Air Fry setting at 180°C/350℉ for 10-12 minutes. Shaking halfway through cooking.
- Serve topped with 3 tbsp of Parmesan (optional).
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Recipe Tips
- Make sure all the Brussels sprouts are a similar size so that they all cook at the same rate.
- If you have a lot of sprouts, or a small air fryer, then you will need to cook these in batches. You need space in the air fryer to get hot air to circulate and get them crispy.
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Kristen says
This turned out really well! Thank you for the recipe!
Toni says
Such an easy and amazing side dish recipe! Everyone at my house loved this!
Amy says
This is such an easy and quick way to cook Brussels sprouts! Loved how balsamic vinegar gave that nice caramelisation. Parmesan sprinkled at the end makes them just perfect!
Gina Abernathy says
Brussels sprouts are one of my favorite veggies. I just got an air fryer for my daughter for her to learn how to cook. She made these and they were easy, tasty, and fast. She will make again soon.
Katherine says
This is such a quick and tasty way to serve up sprouts!
Kathleen says
Quick, simple, easy ingredients and a perfect side dish to go with any meal.
Kristen says
These were wonderful! I will definitely make it again!
Toni says
I love how quick and easy this side dish is! Perfect for busy days!
Tara says
Ooooh, these Brussels sprouts were so good, especially with the addition of the Parmesan cheese. I love how easily they come together in the air fryer.
Claudia Lamascolo says
These are all the best flavor combinations, especially adding the cheese and a great way to safe time in the air fryer!