Description
Deliciously sweet and savory oven roasted carrots glazed with a maple cinnamon butter sauce, perfect as a flavorful and healthy side dish for any meal or holiday feast.
Ingredients
Scale
Glaze
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Carrots
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into thirds or 2 pounds baby carrots
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Chopped parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the carrots to a perfect tender and caramelized texture.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter fully. Next, add the maple syrup, minced garlic, and ground cinnamon. Stir the mixture for about 30 seconds to combine the flavors, then remove from heat.
- Coat the Carrots: Place the peeled and cut carrots or baby carrots in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm butter and maple syrup glaze over them. Toss well to ensure each carrot piece is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange for Roasting: Transfer the glazed carrots onto a large baking sheet or two smaller sheets, spreading them out evenly in a single layer to allow for uniform roasting.
- Roast the Carrots: Place the carrots in the preheated oven and roast for 20-30 minutes. Flip the carrots halfway through cooking to ensure even browning. Adjust cooking time based on carrot size; thicker carrots take closer to 30 minutes, while skinnier or baby carrots take about 20 minutes. They are done when fork tender and beautifully caramelized.
- Season and Garnish: Once roasted, taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired. Finally, sprinkle chopped parsley or cilantro over the carrots for a fresh, colorful finish before serving.
Notes
- These carrots are a perfect balance of sweet and savory, making them an excellent side dish for holiday meals or any dinner.
- Maple syrup and cinnamon add warm depth that complements the natural sweetness of carrots beautifully.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika before roasting.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
- Calories: 149 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
