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Delicious brown sugar roasted carrots garnished with herbs.
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Brown Sugar Roasted Carrots

Transform simple carrots into tender, caramelized bites infused with sweet and savory flavors, perfect as a side dish or stand-alone delight.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brown Sugar, easy recipe, Healthy Cooking, Roasted Carrots, Vegetable Side Dish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs baby carrots Use whole carrots, sliced if desired.
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted For richness and even caramelization.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Enhances the natural sweetness of carrots.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional for added warmth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adds warmth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional for complexity.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional for a richer flavor.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  • In a large bowl, combine baby carrots with melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and vanilla extract if using. Toss until evenly coated.
  • Arrange the coated carrots on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

Cooking

  • Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Once fork-tender and caramelized, drizzle any excess glaze over the carrots and serve.

Notes

Cut carrots into uniform sizes for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent steaming.