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    Home » Recipes » Air Fryer

    Air Fryer Keto Maple Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

    by Oscar Chimenti, Last Modified: November 22, 2022 This post may contain affiliate or sponsored links. See the Disclosure Policy linked in my footer.

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    brussel sprouts wrapped in bacon with a toothpick inserted

    I can't think of a quicker and tastier appetizer than these Air Fryer Keto Maple Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts. Made with just 3 ingredients and full of all the sweet and salty umami flavours.

    brussel sprouts wrapped in bacon with a toothpick inserted this recipe
    Jump To:
    • 🥘 Ingredients Used
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions
    • Other air fryer and keto recipes you might enjoy
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Recipe tips
    • ♨️ Recipe variations
    • 🥣 Equipment used to make this recipe
    • 💭 Frequently asked questions
    • 🍽 Other low carb recipes you might enjoy
    • Air Fryer Keto Maple Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

    These appetizers are perfect for your next holiday party or save them all for yourself and make a meal out of this recipe.

    This appetizer was inspired by my Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Jalapeno Poppers.

    Air fryer low carb bacon wrapped brussels sprouts recipe are a quick and easy way to make brussel sprouts but if you haven't tried them wrapped in bacon you are certainly missing out.

    🥘 Ingredients Used

    The air fried brussels are only made with 3 ingredients and the 3rd one is optional.

    • Brussel Sprouts: when cooked properly brussel sprouts have a sweet, nutty and smokey flavour. In the air fryer they are simply exquisite.
    • Bacon: for that sweet, salty and umami flavour you can't get from anything else. Plus we get that added crispness that is irresistible.
    • Maple: giving sweet hints of caramel and toffee I used a low carb Lakanto Maple Flavoured Syrup in this recipe.

    👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions

    How to make the Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts in the Air Fryer

    STEP 1: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Cut 4 bacon slices in half to make 8 bacon wrapped brussel sprouts. Double the bacon and brussel sprouts if you want more. Then stretch out a half bacon slice on a cutting board and wrap it around a trimmed and cleaned brussel sprout. Reinforce with a toothpick pinned through the bacon and brussel sprout to hold it together in the air fryer.

    wrapping brussel sprouts with bacon on a cutting board

    STEP 2: Once you have all the brussel sprouts wrapped with bacon, brush lightly with some Lakanto maple flavoured syrup. Brushing with maple is optional, they will still taste amazing without the added maple.

    brushing bacon wrapped brussel sprouts with maple syrup

    STEP 3: Place the bacon wrapped brussel sprouts in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 6 minutes, then move them around a bit and cook for another 4 minutes.

    uncooked bacon wrapped brussel sprouts in the air fryer basket
    • STEP 4: Once cooked remove the air fryer brussels from air fryer basket and place on a plate lined with paper towel if needed. Enjoy these brussel sprouts dipped into more sugar free maple syrup or some soy sauce for a salty flavour.
    brussel sprouts wrapped in bacon with a toothpick inserted next to air fryer basket, toothpicks and small bowl of soy sauce

    Other air fryer and keto recipes you might enjoy

    • Keto Air Fryer Pizza
    • Low Carb Zucchini Fritters
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    👨🏻‍🍳 Recipe tips

    Top Tip: ensure to stretch each bacon slice so that it will wrap around the full circumference of the brussel sprout. Otherwise you may want to use a longer strip of bacon. Thick cut bacon should not be used as it will be too difficult to wrap around the brussel sprout.

    The toothpicks pierced through these nuggets also come in handy to hold and dip the fried brussel sprouts.

    • Serving: serve these air fryer keto bacon wrapped brussel sprouts with a dipping bowl of soy or tamarind sauce and a dipping bowl of lakanto maple syrup.
    • Storage: these low carb appetizers are best served right out of the air fryer but if you want to store any leftovers you can store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing them.
    • Crispy: I find the 10 minutes in the air fryer worked best for my preference of crispiness but you may want to add on a couple more minutes if you like the bacon to be extra crispy.
    • Maple: the maple is optional, if you don't have lakanto maple syrup try using a nutty coffee skinny syrup like hazelnut or salted caramel.
    • Oven Method: alternatively you can make these roasted brussel sprouts in the oven in a roasting pan at 425°F and increase the length of time to around 20 minutes.
    brussel sprouts wrapped in bacon with a toothpick inserted with a small bowl of soy sauce

    ♨️ Recipe variations

    Keto air fryer brussel sprouts are perfect and crispy as they are and I would only recommend having fun with dipping them into different sauces. Here are just a few:

    • Spicy Mayo - Mix some mayo with some spicy seasonings like cayenne pepper or chipotle powder for a spicy dip.
    • Dill - sprinkle some dill weed or dill popcorn seasoning over some sour cream and mix it until well combined. If you love dill as much as I do, you will love this dip.
    • BBQ Sauce - these bacon wrapped brussel sprouts are amazing dipped in a low carb barbecue sauce
    • Parmesan Cheese - skip the dips all together and sprinkle the air fryer brussel sprouts with grated parmesan cheese after removing them from the basket.

    This recipe is also gluten free and perfect for a low carb , keto and diabetic friendly diet.

    See this crunchy version of my Air Fryer Crispy Green Bean recipe.

    🥣 Equipment used to make this recipe

    I do love my Air Fryer and use it more often than the oven or stove. There are many air fryers on the market, here are just a few.

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    💭 Frequently asked questions

    Do you need to soak brussel sprouts before cooking?

    No, just wash and trim the brussel sprouts. They do not need to be soaked or precooked prior to placing in the air fryer.

    Do I need to soak the toothpicks?

    No, since we are only cooking for 10 minutes the toothpicks will be ok as is.

    How many net carbs per bacon wrapped brussel sprout?

    Each bacon wrapped brussel sprout is roughly 1g of net carbs, depending on the size and amount of bacon wrapped around them.

    Is Lakanto Maple Flavoured Syrup safe for diabetics?

    As I always mention, all foods affect people differently and you should always test and sample a little to see how it affects your blood sugars. I find this syrup does not spike my blood sugars if I have a small amount.

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    brussel sprouts wrapped in bacon with a toothpick inserted

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    brussel sprouts wrapped in bacon with a toothpick inserted next to air fryer basket, toothpicks and small bowl of soy sauce

    Air Fryer Keto Maple Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

    Oscar
    Brussel sprouts wrapped in bacon and brushed with a low carb maple syrup. It only takes 10 minutes in the air fryer.
    5 from 40 votes
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    Prep Time : 5 mins
    Cook Time : 10 mins
    Total Time : 15 mins
    Course : Appetizer
    Cuisine : American
    Diet : Diabetic
    Servings : 8 people
    Calories : 29

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 slices bacon
    • 8 brussel sprouts trimmed and washed
    • 1 tablespoon lakanto maple flavored syrup optional
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat Air Fryer to 400°F
    • Trim and wash the brussel sprouts
    • Cut each bacon slice in half
    • On a flat surface stretch out half slices of bacon and wrap the brussel sprouts. Secure with a wooden toothpick. Brush with the maple sweetener.
    • Transfer to air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 6 minutes, shake basket and then cook for another 4 minutes.
    • Transfer brussel sprouts to a dish lined with paper towel.

    Notes

    Top Tip: ensure to stretch each bacon slice so that it will wrap around the full circumference of the brussel sprout. Otherwise you may want to use a longer strip of bacon. Thick cut bacon should not be used as it will be too difficult to wrap around the brussel sprout.

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    Nutritional Information

    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

    Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
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    🌡️ Food safety

    • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
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    1. Addie

      November 18, 2021 at 10:49 pm

      5 stars
      So crispy and delicious! This was a popular appetizer!

      Reply
    2. Megan Ellam

      November 18, 2021 at 4:49 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and delicious! Bookmarked for my family Christmas.

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        November 18, 2021 at 5:58 pm

        Yay, I'm going to make it for my favmily christmas as well.

        Reply
    3. nancy

      November 18, 2021 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      What a great idea to wrap brussel sprouts with bacon!! perfect little bites!

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        November 18, 2021 at 5:58 pm

        Thanks, they do make perfect little bites.

        Reply
    4. Jeri

      November 18, 2021 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      These bacon-wrapped brussel sprouts look delicious! As soon as I get to the store to buy some brussel sprouts, I am making this recipe. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        November 18, 2021 at 5:58 pm

        Yes, you will love them Jeri.

        Reply
    5. Amanda Scarlati

      November 18, 2021 at 12:27 pm

      5 stars
      Loved these brussels sprouts so much! The maple flavor was perfect and it was such an easy recipe.

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        November 18, 2021 at 5:59 pm

        Thanks Amanda, I love easy recipes.

        Reply
    6. Natalie

      November 18, 2021 at 7:37 am

      5 stars
      Perfect Holiday party finger food. Looks delicious and easy to make. I know my husband will love this. Thanks for the recipe. I'm going to give this a try.

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        November 18, 2021 at 5:59 pm

        I agree, perfect holiday party finger food.

        Reply
    7. Kayla DiMaggio

      November 17, 2021 at 7:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love these bacon wrapped brussels! Such a great idea doing it in the air fryer, it saved me so much time and space!

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        November 18, 2021 at 6:00 pm

        I use my air fryer as much as I can.

        Reply
    8. Alexandra

      November 17, 2021 at 7:27 pm

      5 stars
      Brussel sprouts have never tasted so good! This is definitely the best way to prepare them- the maple and bacon add such great flavour!

      Reply
      • Oscar Chimenti

        November 18, 2021 at 6:00 pm

        Maple and bacon are amazing together.

        Reply

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