Description
Oven Roasted Carrots with Maple Cinnamon is a simple and delicious side dish featuring tender, caramelized carrots coated in a rich blend of butter, maple syrup, garlic, and warm cinnamon. Perfect for holiday feasts or any meal requiring a flavorful vegetable side.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into thirds or 2 pounds baby carrots
Maple Cinnamon Glaze
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F to ensure it’s hot enough to roast the carrots evenly and develop a caramelized exterior.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small pot over medium-high heat, melt the unsalted butter completely. Stir in the maple syrup, minced garlic, and ground cinnamon. Cook together for about 30 seconds to meld the flavors, then remove from heat.
- Coat Carrots: Place the peeled and cut carrots (or baby carrots) in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm butter and maple syrup glaze over the carrots. Toss thoroughly until all the carrots are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Transfer the coated carrots onto a large baking sheet or two smaller ones, spreading them out evenly in a single layer to ensure proper roasting.
- Roast Carrots: Roast the carrots in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. Thicker carrots will take closer to 30 minutes, while thinner or baby carrots need about 20 minutes. Roast until the carrots are tender when pierced with a fork and slightly caramelized.
- Season and Garnish: Remove the roasted carrots from the oven. Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired. Sprinkle chopped parsley or cilantro on top for a fresh, colorful garnish before serving.
Notes
- Tossed with melted butter, maple syrup, and a touch of cinnamon, these oven roasted carrots make a flavorful and elegant side dish perfect for holiday dinners or everyday meals.
- Adjust cooking times based on carrot size to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
- Garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro adds a burst of color and freshness to the dish.
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
