Air-Fryer Brussels Sprouts — crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and ready in minutes!
🧄✨ Crispy Air-Fryer Brussels Sprouts
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 20 minutes
👥 Servings: 2–4
🥦 Ingredients
1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
1½ tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1–2 teaspoons balsamic glaze or honey for drizzling
Optional: Grated parmesan, red pepper flakes, or lemon zest for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2–3 minutes.
Prep sprouts: Trim the ends and cut Brussels sprouts in half. Place in a large bowl.
Season: Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Air-fry: Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Finish: Drizzle with balsamic glaze or honey (if using), and sprinkle with any desired toppings like parmesan or chili flakes.
🔁 Tips & Variations
Want extra crisp? Add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to the mix before air-frying.
Sweet + spicy? Try a drizzle of hot honey!
Need it vegan? Skip cheese or use nutritional yeast.
