Description
Sweet, buttery, and caramelized, these Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots are a comforting side dish that turns simple ingredients into something truly special. Each bite is tender, glossy, and full of deep, toffee-like flavor.
Ingredients
- Carrots: 2 pounds, peeled and trimmed
- Brown Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Unsalted Butter: 2 tablespoons, melted
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Fresh Parsley: 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss carrots with melted butter, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Assemble the Dish: Spoon any remaining glaze from the bowl over the carrots for extra flavor.
- Cook to Perfection: Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle with fresh parsley for color and freshness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm as a sweet, glossy side dish.
Notes
- For extra caramelization, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Use baby carrots for a shorter cooking time.
- Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or cinnamon for a flavor twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: brown sugar roasted carrots, glazed carrots, easy roasted vegetables, holiday side dish, sweet roasted carrots