Air Fryer Cooking Conversion
How to Cook Brussels Sprouts in an Air Fryer
Convert traditional oven instructions to air fryer settings: calibrated temperature, exact cooking time, and chef tips for perfectly cooked Brussels sprouts.
Cook Brussels Sprouts in the air fryer at 200°C for 12–15 minutes. Shake the basket or flip at 7 minutes.
Traditional Oven Recipe
Air Fryer Calibrated
Chef's Pro Tip for Brussels Sprouts
Trim stems and slice in half lengthwise; loose outer leaves get extra crispy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why cook Brussels sprouts at 200°C instead of 220°C?
An air fryer blows hot air hard around a small basket, so the surface browns much faster than in an oven. Cooking Brussels sprouts about 20°C lower keeps the outside from burning before the centre is done — and it is still ready in 12–15 minutes instead of 25.
How do you prepare Brussels sprouts for the air fryer?
Trim the stems, pull off damaged outer leaves, halve lengthwise and toss with oil and salt; set them cut-side down where you can.
Do you need oil when air frying Brussels sprouts?
Yes — about 1 tablespoon per 500 g (1 lb). Sprouts need it to caramelise.
How can you tell when Brussels sprouts are done?
Cut faces caramelised deep brown, loose leaves crisp, centres tender to a knife.
What is the most common mistake with Brussels sprouts in an air fryer?
Cooking them whole. Halving lets the heat reach the centre before the outside burns.