5 Ingredient Roasted Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts
on Sep 02, 2025
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We love classic roasted vegetables, but these Roasted Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts are just next level. With just 5 ingredients, these brussels sprouts bring a balance of sweet and spicy to elevate any meal with a homemade hot honey.
If you’re looking for more vegetable side dish recipes, be sure to check out our Honey and Sumac Roasted Carrots with Ricotta and Easy Sautéed Haricots Verts with Shallots.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These roasted brussels sprouts are made in one sheet tray with under 5 ingredients and are a great side dish for any holiday or dinner.
- Sweet and salty from the hot honey
- 5 Ingredients and easy to prep
- It can be made as a side dish for weeknights or holidays
- Comes together in under 30 minutes and is super crispy
- Lemon zest and juice add a nice aroma and brightness
Recipe Ingredients
Below are the ingredients you need to make this recipe, including all our tips and substitutions.
- Brussels sprouts: The brussels sprouts are trimmed and halved for even roasting. They’re placed on a sheet tray cut side down, and this allows the sprouts to get crisp and build a crust on the cut side.
- Extra-virgin olive oil and seasonings: Just olive oil, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper are used as the seasoning base.
- Hot honey: We are making homemade hot honey with honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, but you can also purchase store-bought.
- Lemon juice and zest: To finish the dish, it’s topped with lemon zest and juice for brightness.
The full list of ingredients with exact quantities can be found on the recipe card below.
Tips and Substitutions
- To make this vegan, sub the honey for maple syrup.
- Storing: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a preheated oven for 10 minutes to recrisp and warm.
- Naturally gluten-free!
- Optional Toppings: You can include ingredients such as feta cheese, crispy bacon, crispy shallots, goat cheese, and toasted nuts as some options.
How to Make Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425 °F. Place your brussels sprouts cut-side down on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Season with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and olive oil. Transfer to the oven to bake for about 20 minutes.
Step 3: While roasting, make your hot honey by infusing chili flakes in honey, salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Add the hot honey to the cooked brussels sprouts and toss to combine. Serve and top with lemon zest and juice.
The full detailed instructions can be found on the recipe card below.
Serving Recommendations
Looking for some ideas to serve with these hot honey brussels sprouts? We have you covered!
- For salads, pair with our Shaved Celery and Fennel Salad
- For a holiday main, serve this alongside Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken and Moroccan Lamb!
- For a salmon pairing, Slow Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Capers
- For more side dishes with this, pair with Honey and Sumac Roasted Carrots with Ricotta, Easy Fondant Sweet Potatoes with Brown Butter and Sage, and Easy Sautéed Haricots Verts with Shallots.
Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts FAQs
Yes, the honey clings really nicely to roasted brussels sprouts, and the hot honey adds both a spicy and sour kick.
By properly roasting them! Make sure you are either roasted on an already hot sheet pan or roasted cut side down, which allows them to get crispy and not soggy.
Around 20 to 25 minutes, depending on the size.
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5 Ingredient Roasted Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons chili flakes
- Zest and juice of 1 small lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Place your sprouts cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to the oven on the bottom rack for 20 to 25 minutes, depending on the size of your sprouts.
- While your brussels sprouts are roasting, make your hot honey. In a small saucepan on low heat, add in your honey and chili flakes. Warm gently until just infused, and not boiling. Strain the chili flakes from the honey, if preferred.
- Once the sprouts are done roasting, add the hot honey to the sheet pan, tossing to combine.
- Serve, and finish with lemon zest and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
- To make this vegan, sub the honey for maple syrup.
- Storing: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a preheated oven for 10 minutes to recrisp and warm.
- Naturally gluten-free!
- Optional Toppings: You can include ingredients such as feta cheese, crispy bacon, crispy shallots, goat cheese, and toasted nuts as some options.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
A really easy and delicious side dish as we approach holiday recipes and entertaining! Enjoy!