These caramelized, honey roasted Brussels sprouts with garlicky soy sauce glaze are the perfect sweet, salty, and crispy side to accompany any main dish. They’ll go quickly once they hit the table.
These freshly-made honey roasted Brussels sprouts are the ultimate veggie side for your holiday table this year. Every bite is the perfect balance of crispy, caramelized textures with a sweet honey-soy sauce glaze. With just 3 simple steps, this stir-and-bake recipe might become your easiest—and new favorite—side dish. Lots of fragrant garlic, red pepper flakes, and crunchy sesame seeds are also bound to make it a crowd-pleaser that’ll have everyone reaching for seconds.
Why You’ll Love Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts
This oven-baked honey roasted Brussels sprouts recipe is for you if you’re in charge of veggie sides for your holiday dinners this year.
- Sweet-and-savory. Soy sauce and garlic add savoriness and fragrance, while honey brings sweetness and natural fruitiness.
- Great for the holidays. Double or triple the recipe as needed without spending that much extra time in the kitchen. This gives you more time with friends and family!
- Little clean-up. You only need 1-2 bowls plus a baking sheet to throw this recipe together.
- Freezer-friendly. Skip the holiday craze by preparing and freezing this comforting side dish in advance.
Recipe Ingredients
The ingredient list consists of very basic pantry staples like soy sauce, honey, garlic, and red pepper flakes. For exact ingredient measurements, please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Brussels sprouts – Buy evenly-sized ones so that they all cook properly.
- Soy sauce – I prefer low-sodium soy sauce for this. If you’re on a gluten-free diet, use tamari.
- Honey – Raw honey and agave nectar are best.
- Olive oil – Avocado and coconut oil work too.
- Garlic – Feel free to use 1/2 tablespoon garlic paste or 1 teaspoon garlic powder instead.
- Red pepper flakes – Cayenne pepper is a good swap.
- Salt – Go for kosher salt or sea salt flakes.
- Sesame seeds – You can use white or black sesame seeds.
How to Make Honey Glazed Brussel Sprouts
Here’s a basic run-through of the 3 steps needed to prepare these spicy, honey roasted Brussels sprouts. Scroll to the full recipe card at the bottom of the post once you’re ready to start cooking.
- Prep and toss. Preheat oven to 400F. Except for the Brussels sprouts and sesame seeds, add all the ingredients to a large bowl and whisk until completely smooth. Add the Brussels sprouts and stir gently until completely coated.
- Roast them. Spread out the seasoned Brussels sprouts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Pop them into the oven for 20-30 minutes or until crispy to taste. They will brown slightly but don’t let them burn.
- Serve. Remove them from the oven. Let cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy!
Tips for Success
The oven makes these honey roasted Brussels sprouts extra effortless, but here are a couple tips on how to make sure they’re nice and crisp every time:
- Dry them. If you rinsed/washed the Brussels sprouts right before cooking, you must dry them completely with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Excess moisture prevents the Brussels sprouts from becoming crispy.
- Don’t crowd it. There should be a little bit of space in between all the Brussels sprouts in the baking sheet. Never crowd them because it’ll make them sweat, meaning the texture will be more like steamed Brussels sprouts than roasted ones. You may have to cook in batches for best results.
- Use the air fryer. Skip the oven and set the air fryer to 375F. Air fry the Brussels sprouts for 6-7 minutes, shake the basket, and cook for another 6-8 minutes. You’ll get the same crispy results and will be done in about half the time.
- Reduce clean-up. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or foil so all you have to do is throw it out when the Brussels sprouts are ready.
- More garnishes. Sprinkling thinly sliced green onions, finely chopped chives, or crispy fried leeks on top adds flavor and texture to every bite.
- Make it hotter. Skip the red pepper flakes and swap the honey for hot honey. Prepare the recipe as usual for a sweet-and-spicy kick of heat.
What Goes With Honey Brussel Sprouts?
These honey roasted Brussels sprouts are an easy holiday side. I love serving them with my Dry Brine Turkey, Garlic Herb Roasted Turkey Breast, or Maple Smoked Turkey. Other side ideas include my Honey Mustard Carrots, Mashed Cauliflower, and Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes. My Cranberry Sausage Stuffing is another family-favorite. For a light salad, try my Kale Salad with Cranberries.
How to Store and Reheat
Make sure they’re fully cooled before storing to prevent spoilage.
- Fridge: Place them in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Discard immediately if they taste sour or bitter.
- Freezer: Transfer them to freezer bags or containers. Freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
- To reheat them: Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon water and microwave them in 20-second increments until warm. You can also add 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter to a large pan over medium-high heat, and reheat the Brussels sprouts for 8-10 minutes.
More Brussel Sprouts Recipes
- Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
- Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
- Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Asparagus
- Crispy Air Fryer Asian Brussel Sprouts
Honey Soy Roasted Brussel Sprouts
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Asian
Description
This sweet-and-savory honey roasted Brussels sprouts recipe with fragrant garlic and spicy red pepper flakes is an easy, baked veggie side.
Ingredients
- 3 cups of halved Brussels sprouts, stems trimmed
- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- To a small bowl add soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes and salt. Whisk to combine. set aside.
- In a large bowl add prepared Brussels sprouts and pour honey soy mixture on top. Stir to coat all Brussels sprouts.
- Spread out Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, until they reach your desired crispiness.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 89
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 21 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
48 comments on “Honey Soy Roasted Brussel Sprouts”
Besides ‘marinating” the cut sprouts in the liquids overnight before roasting, I. added a dash or two of Siracha. Loved the salty, sweet, with a hint of heat result.
Salty/Sweet is my favorite combo! Thank you for the 5-star review!
This recipe is awesome! Total game changer though (instead of a bowl) is putting everything into a ziplock bag, laying it horizontal so all Brussels are soaking in the sauce, and then let them soak for desired amount of time. I make sure to flip the bag every so often for even sauce distribution/soaking. This method ensures every Brussel is a juicy morsel, instead of only the ones at the bottom of the bowl!
I love your method, and I am so happy you enjoyed the recipe!
Great idea. I did the exact same thing. Results exactly as you described.
Awesome!! You can never go wrong with Brussel Sprouts in my eyes!
These were so yummy! Granted, my 5- and 3-year-old didn’t touch them but that is probably due more to my husband calling the Brussels sprouts “little alien brains”…
Well, that could be part of it…brussels are a hard sell for kids, but glad you enjoyed them!
I went looking for Brussel Sprout ideas..and got soo much more . God points us where we need to go..Thank you for your blog 🙂
Oh yea.. Brussel Sprout s yummy 🙂
oh thank you so much Lori! Glad you found encouragement AND a good recipe! 🙂
THANK YOU for so boldly sharing the Gospel and your faith alongside your recipes. You are blessing more people than you know and the Lord absolutely works through your posts, even 3 years later. 🙂 Abundant blessings!!
These look outstanding!! Must try these!
This looks awesome! Adding to my list of must makes, so easy and healthy side dish!
These look AMAZING! Perfectly crispy and flavorful!
This honey soy roasted brussels sprouts will be a hit in my house! It looks so tasty!
I love brussels sprouts, so I can’t wait to try your version of them!
These are one of those veggies that I’ve grown to love over the last few years! Love the flavor!
Excellent ! I have made these many times!
I came across this recipe on pinterest and made it last week. It was SO good, my boyfriend and I loved them. I had bought a big bag of brussels sprouts from Costco so I ended up making them again later in the week. I ran out of honey so I used agave on the second batch and they were just as good. This will definitely be a staple go-to side dish recipe, thanks for sharing!
Awesome! So glad to hear it Jessica! This is hands down my favorite way to make brussels sprouts, its my go to side to make when company comes. Glad the agave worked just as well as the honey! Thank you so much for stopping by to leave me a note, means the world!
I have been on a major brussel sprouts “kick” this winter. They are just so darn good! Saving this recipe to try soon. Your version looks delicious!
Me too Blair, they are so good, I eat them like a fat kid eats french fries. 🙂
I love all of your brussels sprouts recipes! I don’t care if they are in or out – I can’t quit them! They are my fave, and this version looks incredible. I can’t wait to try them!!
haha.. thanks Cate! I can’t quit them either, officially addicted!
What a fantastic post! I love it when the Lord does these things to just reach us RIGHT where we’re at! I also suffer from the whole ‘not enough’ feeling and self-talk, and it is so defeating and diminishes in our minds and heart how valued and loved we are by our God.
Confession time – I’ve never actually tried a brussel sprout. This post makes me want to though.
EXACTLY… its one of the things that the enemy loves to make us feel. For whatever reason we like to believe the worst in ourselves instead of the best. So glad you liked this post, means alot!
Um… and you need to go the store now and buy brussels sprouts. Like … for realz! Go!
Those are some lovely brussels sprouts, and what a wonderful message to go along with them.
Thanks Shaina! 🙂
Wow Krista. So much of this post speaks to my heart. I need to go to Bible Study with you! Also, I love Brussels Sprouts. Your pics are beyond beautiful!! Miss ya friend!
Um… I would love if you were here and we could go together! We’d have a blast together! So glad you were encouraged by the post and honored that you like my pics girl!
Love these sprouts! I love the combination of honey with sprouts, so, so good! Pinning now- can’t wait to try this!
Thanks Alex! 🙂
Your bible study sounds great! I’m glad you found a good, non-clicky group. I love the Asian twist on the Brussels sprouts, I’ve never tried going that route, but I’m definitely giving these a try!
Me too Danae! 🙂
You will love the asian twist on these sprouts. 🙂
These are the prettiest Brussel’s Sprouts!
Thanks Pam. 🙂
I’ve got to admit that I haven’t joined the brussels sprouts bandwagon just yet. As a matter of fact, I’ve never even tasted one but I really want to change that!
Tonia, girl! You need to! I just joined “the club” in November and it has been delicious!
Hey Krista! Love this recipe… I’m a fan of brussel sprouts especially ones that are all dressed up 🙂
Thanks Deb, you will love this if you already like brussels sprouts!
Roasted is the only way I enjoy brussels sprouts. Love the sweetness added to these!
Sounds like an awesome study. I’m currently in the middle of Gideon by Priscilla Shirer. And God is just showing up every time and tapping on my heart saying ‘that’s you girl. You need that. This what I’m teaching you.’ Phenomenal stuff! God is good!
Happy Valentine’s Day friend!
Oh.. I heard that is a good one too Melanie! So glad to hear God is speaking to you too, He is so good! 🙂 All we need to do is listen, he’s got lots to say. 🙂
Whoa. You have no idea how much this hit home for me today! Such what I needed. I have been dealing with “not being enough”, between everything. Blog, friend, wife, daughter. And always trying to do more. In reality. I am enough. THANK YOU for reassuring me I am doing my best. I really love every time I come here, I read an amazing post on how to trust in God. Keep it up girl. It helps more than you know!
And these brussels sprouts? My kinda dish! Pinned!
You are sooo good enough Meg! You are incredibly strong! You have an amazing blog that showcases your beautiful photography and creativity in the kitchen don’t ever think otherwise! 🙂
Seriously means the world that every time you come you leaved feeling encouraged, thats my heart. 🙂 That and shoving my face with yummy food.. hehe!
GURL this post is EVERYTHING!! I seriously can’t wait until we finally settle down so I can get involved in a Bible Study. I LOVE the story of Gomer and I also get totally caught up in always needing more, or not thinking I am good enough. God is faithful in our unfaithfulness! AMEN sistah!
Oh and these brussels? Ship me some and no one gets hurt. Pinned!
Thanks so much girl! So glad to hear you were encouraged by it! I love the story of gomer too, have you ever redeeming love by francine rivers? Ah-mazing! Its a fiction book written about the book of hosea… major tear jerker!
And yes, I do ship brussels. 🙂