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Maple Roasted Carrots

Published: Nov 19, 2021 Last Updated: Nov 12, 2022 by Marye 1119 words. | About 6 minutes to read this article.

Maple roasted carrots recipe is so delicious no one will guess how quick and easy it is! Sweet maple flavor is balanced by an optional kick of chipotle - and I'll even tell you the secret to the beautiful caramelization!
Total time 45 minutes
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Don't save this delicious fall side dish for Thanksgiving! It's the perfect recipe to serve with roast chicken, pork and more!

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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Tips
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 🥄Restless Chipotle recommends
  • 📞 The last word
  • Maple Roasted Carrots

❤️ Why you'll love it

  • These roasted carrots are a perfect side dish recipe that's easy for weeknight dinners yet classy enough to be enjoyed on a special occasion like Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
  • It calls for pantry staple ingredients, making it a budget-friendly side dish that you won’t need to visit the stores for.
  • Roast carrots are a delicious option for tons of of main meals. You can even use up any leftovers in soups and stews.

If you've never had roast vegetables before you're going to love these! They come out of the oven with a buttery maple syrup glaze that's light and delicious.

I've added a touch of smoky, spicy flavor to really wake up your tastebuds!

🧾 Ingredients

Ingredients for this recipe.

🔪 Instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The full instructions are in the green recipe card below.

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  1. Add the carrots in a large bowl with real maple syrup, brown sugar, chipotle, paprika, and butter.
  2. Mix the ingredients well.
  3. Add the prepared carrots to a baking sheet bake for 45 minutes at 400℉, stirring the carrots at 15 minute intervals.
  4. Remove the carrots from the oven while the broiler heats up and then add back to the oven for 5-10 minutes, watching that they don’t burn.

🥫 Storage

Store these maple roasted carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

You can freeze them but they will be mush when they thaw. I don't recommend it.

Overhead view of finished recipe on a white serving plate.

📖 Variations

  • Add your favorite root vegetables along with these sweet carrots such as brussels sprouts or other favorite veggies. You may need to increase the maple syrup mixture if you opt for this recipe variation. 
  • Make maple orange glazed carrots by using orange zest, orange juice, and cinnamon along with the maple syrup. 
  • You can omit the chipotle and smoked paprika if you want to.
  • Add some color to your holiday table by using a mix of orange carrots and purple carrots or the rainbow carrots mix which has several different colors in it.

💭 Tips

Expert Tip: Be sure to use real maple syrup!

  • Leftover roasted carrots are great additions to soups and stews that you intend making within the following 2 days!
  • While I’ve used the tiny whole carrots, you could also use big carrots instead. Just make sure to wash, peel, and cut them down into a smaller size. Your roasting time will likely change so keep an eye on them.
  • You can opt to use honey in place of maple syrup if you wish.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

Can You Freeze Maple Roasted Carrots?

I don't recommend doing so as the carrots may turn to mush once thawed.

What Kind Of Carrots Are Best For This Recipe?

Baby carrots are the most convenient choice but you could use large carrots that are cut down in size or even purple carrots. I usually try to use organic carrots for this delicious side dish.

How Should I Reheat leftover Roasted Carrots?

Reheat any stored roasted carrots in the oven, covered with aluminum foil, or in the microwave.

Close up of the caramelization on the carrots.

📚 Related recipes

  • Crock Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots is a wonderful way to use up any leftover maple roasted carrots or any spare baby carrots you have from this recipe.
  • Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe wouldn’t be the same without those sweet shredded carrots!
  • Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Side Dish will quickly inspire you to try out other roasted vegetable side dish recipes - a perfect addition to your roasted carrots. 
  • Bourbon Sweet Potato Crunch is one of our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes!
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🍽️ Serve with...

These maple roasted carrots are a delicious side dish for an array of roast meats or hearty casseroles. For Christmas dinner or other special holiday dinners serve with:

  • Classic Green Bean Casserole
  • Keto Creamed Spinach
  • Crispy Fried Potatoes

I love them as a side dish to French Onion Chicken!

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You'll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.

  • large baking sheet
  • baby carrots
  • butter
  • maple syrup
  • brown sugar
  • chipotle powder
  • smoked paprika

📞 The last word

These are so good - and just a sprinkle of green onions or fresh parsley will make them look as delicious as they taste!

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Close up of finished carrots.
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Maple roasted carrots recipe is so delicious no one will guess how quick and easy it is! Sweet maple flavor is balanced by an optional kick of chipotle - and I'll even tell you the secret to the beautiful caramelization!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings:6
Calories:239
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Baking Sheet

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds baby carrots
  • ⅓ cup butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt to taste

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Instructions

  • Cover a cookie sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Wash carrots and pat dry.
  • Place the carrots in a large bowl.
  • Add the maple syrup, brown sugar, chipotle, paprika, and butter.
  • Mix well - it's easiest to use your hands... but messy.
  • Place the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, stir well, and return to the oven.
  • Repeat every 15 minutes for about 45 minutes - or until the carrots are soft and "glazed".
  • Remove from oven.

Get that perfect caramelization!

  • Heat up the broiler.
  • Place the baking sheet back in the oven and broil until the carrots are spotted with golden brown color.
  • This will take about 5 minutes or maybe a bit more. Watch carefully - they burn fast.
  • Sprinkle with parsley, crushed red pepper, or chopped pecans and serve.

Notes

Storage:
Store these maple roasted carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
You can freeze them but they will be mush when they thaw. I don't recommend it.
Tips
  • Be sure to use real maple syrup!
  • Leftover roasted carrots are great additions to soups and stews that you intend making within the following 2 days!
  • While I’ve used the tiny whole carrots, you could also use big carrots instead. Just make sure to wash, peel, and cut them down into a smaller size. Your roasting time will likely change so keep an eye on them.
  • You can opt to use honey or dark corn syrup in place of maple syrup if you wish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 216mg | Potassium: 423mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 21256IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 2mg

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