Creamy burrata cheese, crunchy and herby roasted Brussels sprouts, all brought together with a fresh, tangy, and sweet apple maple glaze. Sounds dreamy, right?! Skip the heavy sweet potatoes loaded with refined sugar and corn syrup this holiday season! Make these instead. Sweet, creamy, and tender all in one bite, they are a healthier, veggie-forward, and unique showstopper that everyone will be talking about.
I love taking simple whole foods and elevating them into something truly special. This side dish not only looks stunning on the table, but it brings an easy, elevated flair that tastes as impressive as it looks. The oven does most of the work roasting these nutrient-packed Brussels sprouts, while a simple glaze and creamy burrata cheese come together to make this dish feel cozy, sweet, herby, and so delicious.
Why You Will Love This Side Dish
Textural Contrast: The burrata breaks open and spills out a mouthwatering, creamy, soft, mellow cheese filling that pairs so exquisitely with the crunch and herbal notes of the roasted Brussels sprouts.
Balanced Flavor Profile: The glaze is never overly sweet; it strikes the ideal balance with a subtle tang from the apple cider vinegar cutting through the richness.
Hands-Off Cooking: The oven does the heavy lifting, giving you plenty of time to prep your main course or other side dishes well it does its thing.
A Holiday Showstopper: It feels naturally fancy, incredibly cozy, and brings a vibrant, health-conscious green to any dinner table.
Ingredients
Brussels Sprouts & Base
Brussels sprouts
Olive oil
Dried rosemary or fresh rosemary
Salt
Ground black pepper
Onion powder
Burrata cheese
Apple Maple Glaze (I like to double the glaze for extra sauce and flavor)
Apple butter (or cinnamon applesauce)
Apple cider vinegar
100% pure maple syrup (no fake stuff)
How to Make these Brussel sprouts
Step #1 - Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease. Set aside.
Step #2 - Season the Sprouts: Wash, pat dry, trim, and halve the Brussels sprouts. Place them in a large bowl with the olive oil, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Using a large spoon, toss and coat everything evenly.
Step #3 - Roast: Pour the sprouts onto the prepared baking sheet and spread them into a single even layer, leaving some space between them so they crisp up properly during roasting. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the edges start to brown and crisp up nicely and the centers become tender.
Step #4 - Make the Glaze: While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, whisk together the apple butter (or applesauce), apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup in a small bowl. Set aside.
Step #5 - Broil and Rest: Once the Brussels sprouts are cooked and tender, turn the oven to broil and broil for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly charred and crispy. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Step #6 - Build Your Plate: Place 3 or 4 pieces of burrata cheese evenly spaced out all over your serving platter. Gently push down on each with a spoon to break them open slightly. Spoon the warm roasted Brussels sprouts all around the burrata (avoiding covering the cheese completely), and drizzle your apple maple glaze evenly over the top. Serve right away!
Nutrition and Recipe Health Benefits
Nutrient-Dense Cruciferous Veggies: Brussels sprouts are packed with vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and powerful antioxidants that support immune function and bone health.
Gut-Healthy Fiber: High in dietary fiber, this dish supports healthy digestion and keeps you feeling satisfied longer.
Anti-Inflammatory Herbs and Spices: Rosemary, black pepper, and onion powder deliver natural polyphenols and bioactive compounds known for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Heart-Healthy Fats: Made with nutrient-dense extra virgin olive oil, providing beneficial monounsaturated fatty acids.
Naturally Sweetened: The glaze relies entirely on unrefined, whole-food sweeteners like pure maple syrup and fruit-based apple butter, completely bypassing processed refined sugars and high-fructose corn syrup.
Wholesome Dairy: Burrata provides satiating protein and calcium, but can easily be omitted for a fully plant-based, dairy-free option.
Helpful Recipe Tips and Notes
Cut the sprouts in half: This not only speeds up the roasting process, but it helps them get more tender, yields a greater surface area for golden-brown edges, and looks stunning with all their natural layers showing.
Choose quality apple butter: Apple butter provides the deepest, most concentrated flavor for the glaze. I love making it homemade, but store-bought works wonderfully too. If you can't find any, cinnamon applesauce is a great substitute.
Adjust seasoning: Always taste and adjust salt and pepper based on your personal preference.
Make it dairy-free: Want this plant-based? Simply skip the burrata and enjoy the roasted Brussels sprouts smothered in that gorgeous apple maple glaze on their own.
Apple Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Creamy Burrata
Creamy burrata cheese, crunchy and herby roasted Brussels sprouts, all brought together with a fresh, tangy, and sweet apple maple glaze. Sounds dreamy, right?! Skip the heavy sweet potatoes loaded with refined sugar and corn syrup this holiday season! Make these instead. Sweet, creamy, and tender all in one bite, they are a healthier, veggie-forward, and unique showstopper that everyone will be talking about.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease. Set aside.
- Season the Sprouts: Wash, pat dry, trim, and halve the Brussels sprouts. Place them in a large bowl with the olive oil, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Using a large spoon, toss and coat everything evenly.
- Roast: Pour the sprouts onto the prepared baking sheet and spread them into a single even layer, leaving some space between them so they crisp up properly during roasting. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the edges start to brown and crisp up nicely and the centers become tender.
- Make the Glaze: While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, whisk together the apple butter (or applesauce), apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup in a small bowl.
- Broil and Rest: Once the Brussels sprouts are cooked and tender, turn the oven to broil and broil for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly charred and crispy. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Build Your Plate: Place 3 or 4 pieces of burrata cheese evenly spaced out all over your serving platter. Gently push down on each with a spoon to break them open slightly. Spoon the warm roasted Brussels sprouts all around the burrata (avoiding covering the cheese completely), and drizzle your apple maple glaze evenly over the top. Serve right away!
Notes
- Cut the sprouts in half: This not only speeds up the roasting process, but it helps them get more tender, yields a greater surface area for golden-brown edges, and looks stunning with all their natural layers showing.
- Choose quality apple butter: Apple butter provides the deepest, most concentrated flavor for the glaze. I love making it homemade, but store-bought works wonderfully too. If you can't find any, cinnamon applesauce is a great substitute.
- Adjust seasoning: Always taste and adjust salt and pepper based on your personal preference.
- Make it dairy-free: Want this plant-based? Simply skip the burrata and enjoy the roasted Brussels sprouts smothered in that gorgeous apple maple glaze on their own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
181Fat
11 gSat. Fat
4 gCarbs
17 gFiber
4 gNet carbs
14 gSugar
9 gProtein
7 gSodium
258 mgCholesterol
16 mg*Nutritional values and percentages are estimates based on a standard 2,000-calorie daily diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your individual calorie needs and activity levels.
