These Maple Pecan Glazed Carrots are tender, sweet, and perfectly roasted with a crunchy pecan topping. They make a simple cozy fall side dish for weeknights or holiday meals.
Author:Lisa
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:Serves 6
Category:Side Dish
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs carrots (peeled and cut into even sticks or use small whole carrots for pretty presentation)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves garlic (minced)
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
½ cup pecans (toasted and chopped)
1 tablespoon butter
Fresh thyme or parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Prep the Oven: Heat to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment for easy cleanup.
Coat the Carrots: In a large bowl, toss carrots with olive oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, garlic, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Roast: Spread in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring once.
Add Pecans: Sprinkle the pecans over the carrots. Roast another 10–15 minutes until the carrots are tender and edges caramelized.
Finish: Drizzle with melted butter and toss gently. Garnish with thyme or parsley if you like.