Crispy Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Recipe: Sweet Zesty Joy! - Picture Perfect Meals

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs (680 g) brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
• 2 tbsps olive oil
• 2 tbsps balsamic vinegar
• 1 ½ tbsps pure maple syrup
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
• ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for crunch)
• ¼ cup dried cranberries (for a festive touch)
• 2 tbsps crumbled feta or goat cheese (for extra creaminess)
• 4 slices crispy bacon, crumbled (because bacon makes everything better!)