Caramelized Brussels Sprouts Christmas Skewers with Walnut Honey

These Caramelized Brussels Sprouts Christmas Skewers with Walnut Honey are roasted to golden perfection and drizzled with a warm walnut-honey glaze. A festive, vegetarian side dish perfect for Christmas dinners or cozy winter gatherings.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4–6 servings

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil 1 tbsp (15 ml) pure maple syrup or honey 1/2 tsp (2–3 g) sea salt 1/4 tsp (1–2 g) black pepper 1/3 cup (40 g) toasted walnuts, chopped 2 tbsp (30 ml) honey 1 tsp (5 ml) apple cider vinegar Optional: fresh thyme for garnish 8–10 wooden skewers

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, maple syrup or honey, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Arrange sprouts cut-side down on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are golden and crispy.
Step 4: Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 5: In a small saucepan, warm honey and apple cider vinegar until just bubbling, then stir in toasted walnuts and remove from heat.
Step 6: Thread roasted sprouts onto skewers (4–5 per stick).
Step 7: Drizzle walnut honey glaze over skewers, garnish with thyme, and serve warm.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute maple syrup for honey. Try pecans or sunflower seeds instead of walnuts for variation. Skewers can be made ahead and reheated before glazing. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 180
Fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 1.5g
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 160mg
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 4g