15-Minute Crispy Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts (+ Video!)

Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts is a simple and easy to make side dish. You will be amazing at the delicious air fryer vegetables recipes! If you are wondering how to cook brussel sprouts in the air fryer, we will teach you!

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! I mean I REALLY love them! I love these air fryer brussel sprouts a lot better than making them in the oven!

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! Pro Tip: You can easily move your air fryer to your porch if you have a plug outside. You can cook your yummy (but stinky) vegetables outside! 

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We used our air fryer for the preparation of these brussel sprouts! In the past we have made some Air Fryer Baked Potato and some Air Fryer Tofu.

So why not, Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts?! 🙂 I have tried to make them in the oven but honestly it is a lot of work! I am not a super fan of heating up my entire kitchen, so using the air fryer is perfect!

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? These little air fryer brussel sprouts are so cute, aren’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.

I even made you a video to show you how easy it is to make air fryer brussel sprouts…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. Need more specific information on how to cook brussel sprouts in air fryer? Check out our simple steps:

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Brussel Sprouts in the Air Fryer FAQ

Can I use frozen brussel sprouts in an air fryer?

You can use frozen brussels and they will completely cook, however you will lose some of the crunch factor! Have you tried making this air fryer brussel sprouts recipe with frozen brussels? 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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5 from 20 votes

Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts is a simple and easy to make side dish. You will be amazing at the delicious air fryer vegetables recipes! If you are wondering how to cook brussel sprouts in the air fryer, we will teach you!

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time15 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 31kcal

Author: Cindy Gordon (Vegetarian Mamma)

Ingredients

• 3 c halved brussel sprouts
• 1 T olive oil
• 1/4 t salt
• 1/4 t pepper

Instructions

• Toss brussel sprouts with olive and salt/pepper.
• Place into air fryer basket.
• Set air fryer for 400 degrees F and cook 8-12 minutes.
• ENJOY!

Notes

How to eat your Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts:

There are so many ways that you can enjoy your air fryer brussel sprouts. One of my new favorite ways is to toss them with homemade sweet and sour sauce. You can use the sauce recipe here. (Click here if online) You will not need to use all the sauce, just spoon it on in small amounts of a time until you reach your desired level. It is SO good!

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!

Nutrition

Calories: 31kcal | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 145mg

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Let’s talk! Leave me a comment below telling me if you are a Brussel Sprouts fan? Have you tried an air fryer yet?