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Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin

Garlicky Creamy Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin You’ll Crave Regularly

A deliciously creamy and garlicky Brussel sprouts au gratin that makes for an incredible dinner side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 16 ounces Brussels Sprouts cleaned, trimmed, and cut in half
  • 2 tablespoons Butter adds richness
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream for creamy texture
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt enhances flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder for extra flavor
  • 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg adds warmth
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Fontina Cheese shredded, can swap in mozzarella

Equipment

  • Oven-proof skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) by positioning a rack in the center.
  2. Prepare the cleaned and halved Brussels sprouts, shred the cheeses, and combine them in a bowl.
  3. In an oven-proof skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, and ⅛ teaspoon of nutmeg. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Fold in half of the cheese mixture to create a creamy sauce, then add the Brussels sprouts, stirring to coat.
  6. Spread the mixture out in a single layer and add the remaining cheese on top.
  7. Bake in the oven for 18-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 10gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, choose fresh Brussels sprouts and watch the garlic closely to avoid bitterness. This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge unbaked.

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