Brussels Sprouts Air Fryer Cooking Time
Halved, cut-side down, single layer.
Temperature375°F190°C
Time12–15minutes
Shake at 7 minutes.
Deeply browned on the cut face, tender when pierced.
How to cook Brussels Sprouts in an air fryer
- Halve them and start cut-side down — that flat face is where the caramelisation happens.
- Toss in oil generously. Sprouts are dense and dry out before browning otherwise.
- The loose outer leaves will char and go crisp. That is the best part, not a mistake.
Cooking Brussels Sprouts from frozen
From frozen, cook for 16–20 minutes at 375°F. Frozen sprouts stay softer; expect less caramelisation.
Common questions
How long do you air fry Brussels Sprouts?
Brussels Sprouts takes 12–15 minutes at 375°F (190°C) in an air fryer. Shake at 7 minutes.
Why are my brussels sprouts bitter?
Undercooking. Bitterness breaks down with browning — sprouts pulled early taste sulphurous. Cook until the cut face is genuinely dark, not just pale gold.
Converting your own recipe
If you have an oven recipe for Brussels Sprouts and want to work it out yourself, the rule is to drop the temperature by 25°F and cut the time by 20%. The oven to air fryer converter does it for you.