Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts is a simple and easy to make side dish. You will be amazing at the delicious air fryer vegetables recipes!
Making and eating your brussels has never been easier!
Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
Growing up, I don’t ever remember eating brussel sprouts. I am not sure if we ever had them. It wasn’t until I got married and we started eating more vegetables and fruits that I discovered that I loved them!
Now, they do come with a funky smell when you cook them. Have you ever noticed this? I especially notice after I walk out of the house and back in! Kinda like broccoli!
We used our air fryer for the preparation of these brussel sprouts! I mean, we did make some Air Fryer Baked Potato and some Air Fryer Tofu.
So why not, Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts?! 🙂
I even made you a video to show you how easy this is…check this out
AIR FRYER SUCCESS EACH AND EVERY TIME
I’ve owned my air fryer now for a while, and I have to be honest…I’ve yet to find a recipe that I don’t love. And did I mention how simple it is?
To say I’m a creature of habit is an understatement. I love being able to cook a meal and know with confidence that it’s going to taste amazing each and every time.
With the Air Fryer, I absolutely have no doubts. I know that from the moment I press start, to the moment that I remove the food from the machine, it will be cooked to perfection each and every time.
And trust me when I say that once you try a baked potato in the Air Fryer, you will never want to go back to the oven method. And if you are one that uses the microwave to cook your potatoes, that method will be long gone for you as well!
How long do you Air Fry Brussel Sprouts?
You can cook these little guys anywhere between 8 and 12 minutes. I prefer mine with a little crunch in them.
So I cook mine to 8 minutes. I’ll let you decide how long and just how crispy you’d like your Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts.
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History Time
Brussel sprouts are actually part of the cabbage family. If you really look closely they do resemble the head of a cabbage, don’t they?
Brussel sprouts in general have a bad reputation. Society tells us that not too many kids like their brussel sprouts. I know that when I cook them, they do stink up my kitchen!
Brussel sprouts can have a very strong taste, but that is mostly if they are over cooked.
Can I use frozen brussel sprouts?
You can use frozen brussels and they will completely cook, however you will lose some of the crunch factor! Have you tried this? Drop me a note in the comments!
Soft outside, but chewy inside?
If you like a softer brussel throughout, you can microwave the brussels for a few minutes before air frying. This will help the overall texture to be consistent. These brussels come out soft on the outside and a little chewier on the inside (as the recipe is written). 🙂
Sprouts burning?
Be sure that you are slicing the sprouts in thirds or halves depending on the size of the sprouts. The smaller the pieces the easier they will burn, however the bigger pieces won’t cook all the way. It’s a little bit of a game. You can always do a few as a test batch. Sprouts sizes can really vary!
How do I cook without an air fryer?
You can roast your brussels at 425 degrees F for about 20 minutes! Stir once in the middle of the time frame!
Pin these airfryer brussel sprouts for later:
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How to make brussel sprouts in air fryer…get your recipe here:
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Toss brussel sprouts with olive and salt/pepper.
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Place into air fryer basket.
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Set air fryer for 400 degrees F and cook 8-12 minutes.
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ENJOY!
Did you make this recipe?
Be sure to snap a picture and post it to Instagram with the hashtag #VegetarianMamma! I love seeing our recipes being recreated!Let’s talk! Leave me a comment below telling me if you are a Brussel Sprouts fan? Have you tried an air fryer yet?
Heather Johnson says
I am already a fan of Brussels sprouts. Your recipe sounds super tasty! I keep hearing such great things about air fryers.
Scott says
I have never liked Brussel Sprouts, but my wife loves them. Maybe I’ve never had them prepared correctly – this looks like a healthier option.
Shannon Graham says
This looks so yummy! I need to get an air fryer ASAP. I would love to try these.
Jay Graham says
I love brussel sprouts to begin with, but boiling them can lose a lot of flavor. This looks like a totally delicious new way to eat these.
Sandra Watts says
Brussels sprouts are one of my top favorite. I am gonna have to try them like this.
Alyssa C says
This recipe sounds incredible and boy do we love Brussel Sprouts! Definitely going to give this recipe a try.
Dee says
They turned out great!
Thank you!
Cindy says
Yay, you are so welcome!
Nicole Holbrook says
What about doing them from frozen?
Cindy says
Great question, I have not tried yet! I”ll add it to my list to try!
Christina Bhattacharya says
Wow! I have been wanting an air fryer for forever. I never knew there was so much you could make with it. This looks delicious.
ROSE ANN SALES says
Wow! This looks so delicious and an easy to cook recipe. I will definitely try to make this for my family and I am sure they will like it.
Beeb Ashcroft says
This might be the only way I eat them! I love using a pressure cooker.
Trina says
These sound yummy! My brother has gotten me to start eating Brussel sprouts after years of swearing I didn’t like them. Now I’m trying them in so many different recipes 🙂
betzy cuellar says
I am currently expecting and reading through the post made me hungry! Now, I will have to create a recipe with sprouts.
Cindy Ingalls says
This makes me wish I had an air fryer. I also like my brussels sprout with a little bit of crisp to them, which is why I usually leave in the oven a little longer than I probably should.
Ron Leyba says
This looks amazing. Love it. Might try this soon!
Jenni LeBaron says
I love Brussels sprouts and I keep seeing awesome things about air fryers. What a great way to make them!
Cindy says
Such an easy way to prepare them!
Morgan Eisenberg says
Brussels sprouts are my absolute favorite. I’ve got to try them this way!
Cindy says
I hope that you enjoy!
Claudia Lamascolo says
one of my favorite vegetable and a bonus coming here I have an air fryer and never thought about trying them in it! Thanks so much!
Cindy says
Very welcome!
Linda says
I’ve only eaten fried brussels at restaurants. I need to try this at home. such a great idea!
Cindy says
They are delicious!
Danielle says
This recipe makes me want to get an air fryer. I love brussel sprouts anything!
Cindy says
They are delicious! Love my air fryer!
Ann F. Snook-Moreau says
I keep seeing Air Fryer recipes and I wish I had room to keep one in my apartment! They sound so cool! Maybe it could even make me a Brussels sprouts fan 😛
Cindy says
It might convert you on the brussels! 🙂
Sam says
We love Brussels sprouts, I make them often. Never with an air fryer though.
Cindy says
It makes them pretty easy to cook!
GiGi Eats says
I am legitimately OBSESSED with my air fryer – OBSESSED I TELL YOU! I use it to cook every single thing – inckuding brussels sprouts, just like you did!!
Cindy says
ha! I am Obsessed too! PS I’ve been following along your pregnancy journey! Can’t wait to see that little one! Keep being awesome and real!
Brianne says
I was just thinking of recipes for my air fryer! Thanks for sharing this! These look so delicious!
Cindy says
Perfect timing!
Tomi says
I have a love hate relationship with my air fryer. I love it for nutritional reasons but it takes forever to cook. Now my Instant Pot has been getting a workout and I’ve made steamed Brussel Sprouts in it and they were delicious
Cindy says
Its been pretty into my IP lately too!
Kathy says
I actually really love Brussel sprouts! They’re one of my favorites. My daughters love them too. I can’t wait to give this recipe a try. I would have never thought to try them in the air fryer.
Cindy says
They are so easy in the air fryer!
Maggie Miller says
Now you’ve got my interest because I’m a fan of Brussel Sprouts but I’ve never used an air fryer – I’ve seen them in the store but I didn’t know anyone that had one before…. This may just make it to my Christmas shopping list now!
Cindy says
I got my air fryer for Christmas a few years ago and love it!
Lynndee says
I am a huge fan of brussel sprouts – they are so delicious. I love them roasted, but I would like to try your recipe too. Looks good!
Cindy says
Thanks so much!