Roasted Carrots Maple Syrup Glaze (Printable Format)

Tender carrots in a rich maple glaze with herbs.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
03 - 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 tsp dried thyme

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and thyme until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the coated carrots evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until carrots are tender and caramelized at the edges.
05 - Transfer carrots to a serving platter, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The maple syrup creates a natural caramel that makes carrots taste like candy without any added sugar.
  • Roasting brings out the carrots' sweetness in a way that somehow tastes more honest than glazing them on the stovetop.
  • You barely have to think about it once it's in the oven, leaving you free to prep the rest of dinner.
02 -
  • Don't skip stirring halfway through—carrots on the bottom will burn while the ones on top stay pale if left untouched.
  • If your carrots are very thick, cut them smaller so they roast evenly and don't end up hard in the middle while the outsides char.
  • The caramelization happens in those last few minutes, so don't pull them out too early just because they look soft.
03 -
  • If you want extra shine and caramel flavor, give the finished carrots a drizzle of balsamic vinegar right before serving—it adds depth without making them sweet.
  • Cut your carrots smaller if you're in a hurry; they'll roast in 20 minutes instead of 30, and you'll still get beautiful caramelization.

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