Maple Spiced and Roasted Carrots
Maple Spiced and Roasted Carrots bring together the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, creating a side dish that is both simple and full of flavor. With their glossy maple glaze and tender texture, they will quickly become a favorite for holidays or any time you want to elevate your dinner table.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced carrots or baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the carrots: Wash, peel, and slice the carrots into even pieces if using large carrots. If using baby carrots, leave them whole.4 cups sliced carrots or baby carrots
- Coat the carrots: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, maple syrup, thyme, paprika, cayenne, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed. Toss the carrots in the maple spice mixture until evenly coated. Spread them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Roast the carrots: Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
- Serve warm: Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and drizzle any remaining glaze from the pan over the top.
Notes
✔️ Cut carrots evenly: This ensures the carrots cook at the same rate and caramelize evenly.
✔️ Do not overcrowd the pan: Give the carrots space to roast instead of steam for that perfect golden finish.
✔️ Adjust spice levels: Reduce cayenne for a mild version or add a pinch more for a little extra heat.
✔️ Use pure maple syrup: The rich flavor of real maple syrup gives the carrots the best caramelization and taste.
✔️ Do not overcrowd the pan: Give the carrots space to roast instead of steam for that perfect golden finish.
✔️ Adjust spice levels: Reduce cayenne for a mild version or add a pinch more for a little extra heat.
✔️ Use pure maple syrup: The rich flavor of real maple syrup gives the carrots the best caramelization and taste.
