Description
These baked honey maple carrots are irresistibly tender with a perfectly caramelized glaze of butter, honey, and maple syrup. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this sweet and savory side dish is ideal for holiday gatherings or casual weeknight meals. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these carrots add gorgeous color and big flavor to any plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent the carrots from sticking during roasting.
- Make the Glaze: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and cinnamon (if using) until well combined and smooth.
- Coat the Carrots: Add the peeled and cut carrots to the bowl with the glaze. Toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the sweet buttery mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated carrots in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet. Spacing them out ensures even caramelization and roasting.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping the carrots halfway through. They should be tender and slightly caramelized at the edges when done.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the carrots from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley just before serving for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- Slice the carrots to uniform size to ensure even cooking.
- For extra caramelization, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
- Try adding a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts for texture.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side-dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg