These Crispy Air fried Brussels Sprouts will convince you to never make Brussels sprouts any other way again!
Despite their history as a much-hated vegetable, Brussels sprouts are having a moment right now. They seem to be popping up on every farm-to-table menu around. If you’ve ever wondered how to cook Brussels sprouts at home, I have the answer!
Brussels sprouts taste best with some crispy to them. The air fryer is the perfect method for getting the best crispy, crackly texture to your sprouts.
For more delicious vegan air fryer recipes try these Crispy Polenta Fries or Air Fried Black Beans.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & easy – Prepped in 5 minutes and on the table in 20, it doesn’t get much easier than that! These Brussels sprouts are a great, quick complement to any meal, and making them in the air fryer frees up some time for other prep if needed.
- Customizable – You can coat the sprouts with any spices you’d like. I stuck with garlic and basic herbs for this recipe, making them an easy companion for any meal.
Ingredients for Crispy Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
- Brussels sprouts – Buy them whole and prep yourself, or cut down even further on prep and purchase them already sliced.
- Olive oil – A good Extra Virgin Olive Oil makes all the difference in flavor for this recipe. Oil is not strictly necessary for the air fryer, so you can definitely make these with less oil or go completely oil-free.
- Herbs & Spices – Garlic, parsley, and oregano is an easy, tried-and-true combo that goes well with just about any meal flavors. Feel free to mix it up to more closely match the main course or just because!
How to Air Fry Brussels Sprouts
Start by prepping your Brussels Sprouts by washing and removing any large stems. Next, slice the Brussels Sprouts length-wise. Slicing them this way cuts down on cooking time and gives more surface area for a crispy finish.
Place the sliced Brussels Sprouts in a large mixing bowl with the olive oil, spices, and salt. Mix until all of the sprouts are evenly coated.
Once the sprouts are coated, toss them into the air fryer basket. Make sure not to over-crowd the basket as this will increase cooking time and reduce the crispiness overall.
Air fry at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, tossing halfway through. Opt for the longer fry times for a crispier finish.
Remove from the air fryer, serve solo or with your favorite dipping sauce like this Easy Homemade Vegan Ranch Dressing or Chipotle Lime Aioli. Enjoy!
How to Store Crispy Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
- Fridge: Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days in an air-tight container. To maintain a crispy finish, reheat in the air fryer at 350 for 3-5 minutes or until heated through.
More Tips for Making Crispy Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
- Not Vegan? Toss in parmesan cheese for the last 2 minutes or air frying or sprinkle on top before serving.
- Gluten-Free? This recipe is naturally gluten-free! Just note that if you are using a store-bought spice mix, you may need to confirm that it is gluten-free.
- Oil-free? Feel free to omit the oil in this recipe.
Crispy Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
Instructions
- Start by prepping your Brussels Sprouts by washing and removing any large stems. Next, slice the Brussels Sprouts length-wise.
- Place the sliced Brussels Sprouts in a large mixing bowl with the olive oil, spices, and salt. Mix until all of the sprouts are evenly coated.
- Air fry at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, tossing halfway through. Opt for the longer fry times for a crispier finish.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Not Vegan? Toss in parmesan cheese for the last 2 minutes or air frying or sprinkle on top before serving.
- Gluten-Free? This recipe is naturally gluten-free! Just note that if you are using a store-bought spice mix, you may need to confirm that it is gluten-free.
- Oil-free? Feel free to omit the oil in this recipe.
Nutrition
Please note, while all ingredients used in this recipe have been verified to be vegan and free of applicable allergens at the time of recipe creation, different brands may differ in their ingredients or processing procedures and may change their ingredients at any time. For some recipes, I do include ingredients that are processed in a facility that processes other allergens. Please make sure to check the ingredients and processing procedures for your specific purchases to ensure they meet your dietary needs.
Last Updated on February 14, 2025
Brussels sprouts are so much better when they are crispy like this from the air fryer!
Never thought that brussel sprouts will taste so good when you cook it like this! Thank you for your easy and delicious recipe 🤗
I can never get my air fryer sprouts crispy without them being dry!
I’m a huge fan of Brussels sprouts, but always roasted them in my oven. I’m excited to try this version in my air fryer.
I love brussels sprouts. These look crispy and delicious. Thanks for sharing!
I love Brussels sprouts! This recipe looks easy to follow so I’ll have to try this air fryer method as I typically make heat them in the oven. Thank you for sharing!
I don’t really like eating vegetables and my family gets on my case for that! lol. I’m only getting older and my weight is a problem, so I really need to fix my diet. This recipe looks good for even someone who doesn’t really like vegetables like me.
Fantastic recipe, will give it a try.
Really great recipe!