Description
Roasted Brown Sugar Carrots are a deliciously sweet and savory side dish featuring tender carrots caramelized with brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon. Perfectly roasted to bring out their natural sweetness and topped with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this easy recipe makes a great accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or left whole if small
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Toss the carrots: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and cut carrots with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon if using, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly until the carrots are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the coated carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are spaced out to allow even roasting.
- Roast the carrots: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the carrots for 20-25 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, flip the carrots to ensure even caramelization and tenderness.
- Garnish and serve: Once the carrots are tender and caramelized, remove them from the oven. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving to add a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- You can leave small carrots whole for a nicer presentation or cut larger ones into uniform sticks for even cooking.
- The cinnamon is optional but adds a warm, aromatic flavor that complements the sweetness of the brown sugar.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent the carrots from sticking to the pan.
- Adjust roasting time slightly based on the size of the carrot pieces; smaller pieces cook faster.
- For a vegan dish, ensure the brown sugar is vegan-friendly (some brown sugars use bone char in processing).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
