Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Grease a baking sheet generously with cooking spray.

Slice each brussels sprout in half and place in a large bowl along with the diced sweet potato. Add oil, salt, and pepper and toss to coat. Put brussels sprouts onto the baking sheet cut side down so they get nice and crispy. Place the baking sheet into the oven and roast for about 25 minutes.

While the vegetables are roasting, soak the dried cranberries in the orange juice to plump up. Prepare the glaze by combining the balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard, whisking well.

When the vegetables are ready, add the dried cranberries and pecans to the pan. Pour the glaze over everything in the pan. Toss vegetables well to coat.

Sprinkle evenly with panko crumbs and return the baking sheet to the oven. Roast for an additional 20–25 minutes. Remove from oven when edges are lightly browned. Sprinkle with imitation beef fry bits before serving.