Irresistible Glazed Holiday Carrots with Candied Shine Magic

Delight in these Irresistible Glazed Holiday Carrots with Candied Shine that will steal the show at any festive table.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 18

Total Time 28

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Carrots

1 lb Carrots Peeled and cut into 2 by ½-inch pieces.
2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with olive oil for a dairy-free option.

For the Glaze

¼ cup Dark Brown Sugar Can be swapped with maple syrup.
½ tsp Table Salt Use kosher salt if preferred.
¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper For added heat, consider cayenne pepper.

Optional Flavor Variations

1 Tbsp Maple Syrup Substitute for brown sugar.
1 sprig Fresh Thyme Add for Maple & Thyme variation.
1 pinch Cayenne Pepper For Spicy Sweet variation.
1 tsp Orange Zest For Orange Zest Glow variation.

Instructions

Directions

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a baking sheet inside for about 10 minutes to ensure maximum caramelization of your carrots.
Prepare the carrots by peeling and cutting them into 2 by ½-inch pieces.
Toss the cut carrots in a mixing bowl with melted butter, dark brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on the hot baking sheet.
Roast the carrots for 15 minutes, toss them gently, and return to the oven for an additional 3 minutes.

Notes

These Irresistible Glazed Holiday Carrots are gluten-free and can be made ahead, making them perfect for holiday gatherings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.7mg

Keyword Candied Carrots, Easy Holiday Recipe, Glazed Carrots, Gluten-Free, Holiday Carrots, vegetable side dish

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